Mechanical Engineer I - Defense Hardware, Secret Clearance

RTX Corporation; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligible

Job summary

RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, is seeking a mechanical engineer with strong CAD skills to contribute to mission-critical systems in radar, missiles, and command-and-control platforms. You’ll participate across the product lifecycle from concept to validation, collaborating with cross-functional teams and occasionally traveling CONUS.

This onsite role in TEWKSBURY/Andover area requires a STEM degree and proficiency with SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, CATIA, or NX.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline. Degree must be obtained by start date.
• Experience utilizing parametric 3D CAD software (such as SolidWorks, PTC Creo, Autodesk Inventor, CATIA, or Siemens NX) to generate 3D solid models, mechanical assemblies, and detailed 2D engineering drawings.
• Experience in mechanical design applied through coursework, academic research, engineering competition teams (e.g., Formula SAE, Baja, Robotics), or hands-on projects.
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, model, and document mechanical components, sub-assemblies, and major end items in accordance with rigorous defense system requirements.
• Generate and maintain parametric 3D CAD models, complex assembly hierarchies, and detailed 2D engineering drawings.
• Validate design fit, form, and functionality through rapid prototyping, physical testing, and engineering simulations.
• Support factory operations, integration facilities, and external suppliers with product manufacturing, assembly, and integration.
• Participate actively in design peer reviews, resolve technical action items, and conduct trade studies to inform engineering decisions.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to analyze and resolve mechanical hardware issues.

Skills

SolidWorks

PTC Creo

Autodesk Inventor

CATIA

Siemens NX

Hands-on prototyping

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

3D CAD software

Parametric modeling

Job description

RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, is seeking a mechanical engineer with strong CAD skills to contribute to mission-critical systems in radar, missiles, and command-and-control platforms. You’ll participate across the product lifecycle from concept to validation, collaborating with cross-functional teams and occasionally traveling CONUS.

This onsite role in TEWKSBURY/Andover area requires a STEM degree and proficiency with SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, CATIA, or NX.