Engineer II - Mechanical Engineering (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

Generous 401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life insurance and disability coverage

Pet insurance and other optional cover

Birth/adoption leave

Ovia Health

Job summary

RTX (Raytheon) in Rockford, IL is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to tackle hands-on fluid system and pump technology challenges. You will engage in manufacturing, assembly, testing, and troubleshooting, with opportunities to drive design and process improvements.

This onsite role emphasizes collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to enhance product reliability and performance. The position requires a STEM degree with at least 2 years of relevant experience or an

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and either 2 years of relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field, or 6 years of relevant experience in absence of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Support fluid systems and pump technology activities including manufacturing, assembly, troubleshooting, and performance testing.
• Troubleshoot production assembly and product acceptance test issues using root cause analysis.
• Assist in implementing design and process improvements to address manufacturing defects and operational challenges.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to improve product quality and production efficiency.
• Participate in field issue investigations by gathering technical data and supporting corrective actions.
• Communicate technical findings and project updates to internal teams and external stakeholders for timely resolution.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Analytical problem-solving

Education

STEM degree (B.S. or higher)

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-14

Country: United States of America

Location: US-IL-ROCKFORD-P6 ~ 4747 Harrison Ave ~ 4747 HARRISON AVE-P6

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of "U.S. Person" go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

We are seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineer who enjoys solving hands-on technical challenges and seeing their work make a real impact. In this role, you'll work with fluid systems and pump technology, gaining hands-on experience in manufacturing, assembly, testing, and troubleshooting. You'll investigate technical issues, identify root causes, and collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to develop practical solutions that improve product performance and reliability. This is an opportunity to contribute ideas, improve processes, learn from experienced professionals, and take ownership of meaningful engineering challenges while continuing to develop your technical skills and grow your career.

What You Will Do

• Support fluid systems and pump technology activities, including manufacturing, assembly, troubleshooting, and performance testing.
• Troubleshoot production assembly and product acceptance test issues, using root cause analysis to identify and resolve technical problems.
• Assist in implementing design and process improvements to address manufacturing defects, equipment performance issues, and operational challenges.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to improve product quality, production efficiency, and overall process performance.
• Participate in field issue investigations by gathering technical data, identifying potential root causes, and supporting corrective and preventive actions.
• Communicate technical findings, project updates, and potential risks to internal teams and external stakeholders to support timely issue resolution and customer satisfaction.
• Apply analytical problem-solving and technical communication skills to resolve engineering and manufacturing challenges and support projects through completion.
• Identify potential technical and production risks, support mitigation planning, and help implement solutions to minimize delays and disruptions.
• Participate in project status meetings with engineering and manufacturing teams to review progress, address open issues, and coordinate priorities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to pump performance, fluid handling systems, manufacturing processes, and product reliability.

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 or an Advanced Degree in a related field or in absence of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and experience working with mechanical hardware, fluid systems, pumps, or rotating equipment.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, assembly, testing, troubleshooting, or continuous improvement in a production environment; aerospace experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and other cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to investigate issues, identify root causes, and support corrective actions.
• Ability to communicate technical challenges, raise concerns early, and work collaboratively to resolve issues at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and willingness to take ownership of tasks and contribute to team success.

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,