Engineer II, Mechanical Design Engineering (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation days

401(k) plan

Employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance

Wellness program

Telemedicine

Job summary

RTX (Raytheon) in Rockford, IL is seeking an engineer to design and develop test equipment for Mechanical Power Conversion systems. You will lead equipment activities from build through commissioning, review results, and propose modifications to meet specifications.

The role collaborates across product, quality, manufacturing, and operations teams to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery. Ideal candidates hold a STEM degree with 2+ years of experience, and have proficiency in AutoCAD, NX, and

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience designing mechanical rotating equipment preferred.
• Experience with hydraulic and fluid circuits preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD 2D and NX 3D CAD; SolidWorks experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Design test equipment and systems for MPC power conversion products.
• Lead test equipment activities from build to commissioning.
• Review test results and recommend equipment modifications.
• Define performance, maintenance, and calibration requirements for test stands.
• Collaborate with Product, Quality, Manufacturing, and Operations teams.
• Prepare equipment proposals with schedule and budget.

Skills

Mechanical design

Test equipment design

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

STEM degree

Tools

AutoCAD

NX

SolidWorks

Job description

Date Posted

2026-10-21

Country

United States of America

Location

US-IL-ROCKFORD-P1 ~ 2421 11th St ~ 2421 11TH ST-P1

Position Role Type

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status

Not Required

What You Will Do

• Design test equipment and systems for MPC (Mechanical Power Conversion) suite of mechanical power generation, transmission, and distribution products for military and commercial applications.
• Research, plan, design, and develop mechanical, thermodynamic, hydraulic, and power transmission test equipment for engineering tests, qualification testing, and production testing of engine & aircraft mounted gearboxes, air turbine starters, main fuel pumps, integrated fuel pumps, and lube & scavenge pumps
• Document drawings, schematics, diagrams, and specifications of test equipment designs.
• Lead test equipment activities including build, assembly, checkout, verification/validation, and commissioning.
• Review test results in relation to equipment design or rated specifications and test objectives and recommend modification or adjustments of equipment to meet specifications.
• Develop performance, maintenance, and calibration requirements for test stands and equipment.
• Participate/lead peer reviews of specifications, designs, and concepts for test equipment, components, and systems.
• Work independently and on cross-functional teams with Product Engineers, Program Managers, Quality Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, and Operations Managers.
• Communicate and cooperate with Quality Clinic and related departments to ensure product quality and support the test of field issues.
• Complete work on time, within quality standards, per specifications and contracts, and within budget constraints.
• Define and prepare confidential test equipment proposals including schedule and budget to design, construct, and install test equipment and facility infrastructure.
• Research, analyze, evaluate, and qualify improvements and alternatives for machines, components, subsystems, process methods, and system designs.
• Utilize lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies in manufacturing, testing, and transactional processes to drive improvement in quality and test efficiency.

What You Will Learn

• You will learn in-depth knowledge of fuel pumps, air turbine starters, blowers, engine and airframe gearboxes, and lube and scavenge pumps, including their functions and how they get tested.
• You will learn how to manage projects from inception to completion, focusing on developing multimillion-dollar test stands and equipment, including project planning, execution, and delivery.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in the design of mechanical rotating equipment.
• Experience in the design of hydraulic and fluid circuits.
• AutoCAD (preferred 2D drafting format) and NX - 3D CAD by Siemens (SolidWorks)

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin