Mechanical Engineer II

RTX; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

RTX in McKinney, TX is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to perform design and documentation of antennas, RF sensors, and related subsystems for aerospace and defense programs. The role requires pursuing or holding a DoD security clearance, U.S.

citizenship, and onsite work in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment. You will support production programs to maintain high quality and on-time delivery, engage with suppliers for issues, and develop technical solutions while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM or 2+ years of related experience.
• Experience with electronics packaging for military and aerospace.
• Knowledge of GD&T and drawing standards.
• Experience with PTC Creo MCAD and engineering drawings.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design and documentation of antennas, RF sensors, and related subsystems.
• Support production programs to ensure on-time delivery.
• Follow procedures while aligning with program and leadership to meet objectives.
• Develop technical solutions for complex problems.
• Oversee mechanical outline, connectors, drawings, and wiring layouts.
• Work with minimal supervision and coordinate with IPTL and PM.
• Travel to suppliers and sites as needed.

Skills

Electronics packaging design

Test equipment design

GD&T

ANSI drawing standards

First order analysis techniques

Security clearance eligibility

US citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

PTC Creo MCAD

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-25

Country: United States of America

Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WC ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING C 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

At RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world‑class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• Perform mechanical design and documentation of antennas, RF Sensors, and supporting Electronics and Sub-systems.
• Support existing production program(s) in maintaining high quality and on time delivery to our war fighters. This could involve engaging with suppliers for quality issues and obsolescence, design and development of test equipment, root cause investigation, etc.
• Follow established procedures and instructions while working closely with program and functional leadership to ensure that overall design objectives are met.
• Responsible for developing technical solutions to a wide range of complex problems.
• Responsible for supervising the definitions of mechanical outline and construction details, connector selection and specification, mechanical and assembly drawings, and overseeing electrical layout and the technical data package.
• Work with minimal direction or supervision, while exercising considerable latitude in determining the technical objectives of assignments
• Frequent interaction with the IPTL, PM, and a multi-functional team.
• Travel periodically to suppliers and other sites to support programs

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) degree or a minimum of 2 years’ prior relevant experience, to include any combination of the following:

• Experience with the design and manufacturing of electronics packaging and/or test equipment for military and aerospace applications
• Experience with GD&T, ANSI drawing standards and first order analysis techniques
• Experience with PTC Creo MCAD software and drawing standards
• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer

• An existing Secret or Top Secret security clearance
• 3+ years of industry experience in the design and test of electronics packaging for military and aerospace applications
• Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) design and layout collaboration experience

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.

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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.

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here:

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.

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.