Mechanical Engineer I

RTX; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Job summary

RTX in McKinney, Texas, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design and document mechanical components for airborne and ground optics, guiding concepts through model and drawing completion.

You will work with chief engineers and product engineers in an onsite role, using CREO and Adobe/MS Office, with hands-on hardware assembly tasks and a focus on quality, adaptability, and cross‑discipline collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in STEM field by start date.
• Experience with 3D modeling software (CREO or SolidWorks).
• On-the-job experience, coursework, or projects acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Utilize RTX tools including CREO modeling software and PDM.
• Design and documentation support using engineering tools, Adobe, and MS Office.
• Execute engineering change and drawing release process.
• Analytical and technical engineering work within a program environment with possible presentations.
• Training on RTX processes and procedures.
• Work may include participation in building hardware in a lab environment.

Skills

Hands-on

Adaptable

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM field

Tools

CREO

SolidWorks

Adobe

MS Office

Job description

Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WD ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING D BLDG

Date Posted: 2026-11-10

Country: United States of America

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to join our Airborne & Ground Optics Department in McKinney, Texas. The responsibilities will include all aspects of the mechanical design process from concept to model/drawing completion for mechanical components required to support product builds working under the general supervision of a team lead. Some assembly of your designs may be required. You will work closely with Chief Engineers, Lead Engineers and product engineers. We are specifically seeking candidates who are hands-on, adaptable in a fast-paced environment, proactive, take ownership of work, communicate well with others, and enjoy solving unique problems every day. This position is an onsite role working in our facility in McKinney, Texas.

What You Will Do

• Utilization of RTX tools including CREO modeling software and Product Data Management (PDM)
• Design and documentation support utilizing engineering tools, Adobe, and MS office suite
• Execution of engineering change and drawing release process
• Analytical and technical engineering work within a program environment with possible presentations on designs as needed
• Training on Raytheon processes and procedures
• Work may include participation in building hardware in a lab environment

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or related (STEM) major obtained by start date.
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects
• Experience with 3D modeling software (CREO, SolidWorks, or equivalent)

Qualifications We Prefer

• Electromechanical design experience
• Hands-on experience with hardware assembly or machining
• Experience developing and delivering presentations (verbal and/or written)
• Strong organization, coordination, planning, teaming skills, as well as written and oral communication skills
• Highly motivated individual with a positive attitude
• Able to work and interface with a cross-discipline team

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligibility

The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process

candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.