Imaging Opto-Mechanical Engineer II — DoD-Cleared Onsite

RTX; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking an Opto-Mechanical Engineer II in Tucson to design and integrate precision opto-mechanical subsystems for infrared and visible imaging systems. You will collaborate with optics, structures, thermal, electronics, and systems teams to create robust mechanical architectures that perform in demanding environments.

The role requires a Master’s in STEM, strong Creo/CAD skills, GD&T expertise, and the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master’s degree in STEM.
• Experience with 3D CAD tools (Creo preferred) and mechanical hardware for precision assemblies.
• Working knowledge of GD&T per ANSI Y14.5.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
• Experience supporting infrared or visible imaging systems.
• Opto-mechanical design experience with imagers, gimbals, or focus mechanisms.
• Experience leading a small cross-functional design team.
• Experience performing or collaborating on FEA.
• Experience supporting environmental qualification (vibration, shock, thermal).
• Industry experience transitioning hardware from development to production.

Responsibilities

• Lead concept development, detailed design, and documentation of opto-mechanical assemblies using Creo.
• Design precision structures, mounts, housings, and mechanisms supporting imaging sensors and optical assemblies.
• Perform tolerance analysis and apply GD&T (ANSI Y14.5) to ensure manufacturability and performance.
• Support structural and thermal analyses (including FEA) to validate designs.
• Participate in hardware integration, verification, and environmental test activities.
• Support transition to production, including supplier collaboration, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Deliver technically sound solutions within cost, schedule, and performance constraints.

Skills

Creo (Pro/E) CAD

GD&T ANSI Y14.5

3D CAD modeling & drawings

Cross-functional design leadership

FEA analysis

Education

Master's degree in STEM

Tools

Creo (Pro/E)

FEA software

Job description

RTX is seeking an Opto-Mechanical Engineer II in Tucson to design and integrate precision opto-mechanical subsystems for infrared and visible imaging systems. You will collaborate with optics, structures, thermal, electronics, and systems teams to create robust mechanical architectures that perform in demanding environments.

The role requires a Master’s in STEM, strong Creo/CAD skills, GD&T expertise, and the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance.