Mechanical Engineer I (Onsite)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Relocation eligible

Job summary

RTX in McKinney, Texas, seeks a Mechanical Engineer for the Airborne & Ground Optics Department. Onsite role from concept to model/drawings supporting product builds.

You will use CREO and PDM, work with senior engineers, and may assemble hardware in a lab. A Bachelor's in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering and CREO/SolidWorks experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field; start date requirement.
• Experience with 3D modeling software such as CREO or SolidWorks; on-the-job, coursework, or project-based experience.

Responsibilities

• Use CREO modeling software and PDM for design and documentation.
• Produce drawings and release engineering changes.
• Collaborate with Chief Engineers and Product Engineers on designs.
• Assist in hardware assembly in a lab environment as needed.

Skills

3D modeling

Engineering design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CREO

SolidWorks

PDM

MS Office

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-15

Country: United States of America

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

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

About RTX

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.

Job Description

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 with 3D modeling software (CREO, SolidWorks)
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects

Qualifications We Prefer

• Electromechanical design experience
• Experience with hardware assembly or machining
• Experience developing and delivering presentations (verbal and/or written)
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

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.

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

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