Mechanical Engineer I – Propulsion & Energetics (DoD Secret)

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I for the Energetics Propulsion team in Tucson, AZ. The role focuses on propulsion system development for missile and space vehicle integration, with a strong emphasis on collaboration across disciplines and with suppliers.

Onsite work in Tucson and international travel may be required. You will support development programs, manage subcontracts, and present technical findings to management and government agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field by start date.
• Experience in developing solid propulsion systems from concept to test/assembly.
• Experience with Earned Value Management System in project settings.
• Proven ability to lead proposals, cost accounts, and project teams.
• Ability to work with structural, thermal, aerodynamics, and low observables disciplines.
• Willingness to travel internationally to support suppliers.
• Experience with missile design, production support, or integration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced technologies and principles to propulsion system integration for missiles and space vehicles.
• Oversee propulsion subsystem development and subcontract management; review data and change requests.
• Lead collaborative efforts across technical disciplines and communicate capabilities to management and government agencies.
• Deliver technical presentations to management and government stakeholders.
• Interface with customers to identify user needs and translate them into technical requirements.
• Manage supplier collaboration and ensure compliance with SOWs.

Skills

Propulsion system development

Earned Value Management System

Project leadership

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Supplier collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

RTX is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I for the Energetics Propulsion team in Tucson, AZ. The role focuses on propulsion system development for missile and space vehicle integration, with a strong emphasis on collaboration across disciplines and with suppliers.

Onsite work in Tucson and international travel may be required. You will support development programs, manage subcontracts, and present technical findings to management and government agencies.