Mechanical Engineer II - ALE

RTX (Raytheon); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX (Raytheon) in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to design, develop, and document components for tactical missile systems. This onsite role supports domestic and international suppliers and requires active U.S. government security clearance.

You will interface with multiple engineering disciplines, perform GD&T per ANSI Y14.5, and leverage CREO, Windchill, and Raytheon processes to deliver robust designs. Strong technical writing and independent work are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires a STEM degree in science, engineering or math.
• Experience in mechanical design and documentation.
• Knowledge of GD&T per ANSI Y14.5.
• Proficiency with CREO or similar 3D modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design, development, and documentation of components and sub-assemblies for tactical missile systems.
• Support factory and suppliers with product development, obsolescence, troubleshooting across locations.
• Interface with engineering disciplines and suppliers to develop design solutions and resolve technical challenges.
• Work with limited supervision and meet schedule, cost, and technical goals.
• Participate in design peer reviews and conduct trade studies to support decisions.
• Support data package updates and ensure compliance with military specs.

Skills

Mechanical design

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Autonomy

Technical writing

Education

STEM degree

Tools

CREO (Pro/E)

PTC Windchill

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-21

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-9030 ~ 9030 S Rita Rd ~ BLDG 9030

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Raytheon's Air Launched Effectors Department is currently searching for Mechanical Engineers to work on multi-disciplined teams supporting the design and/or production support of Air Launched Effectors products and subsystems. These products support US Government and international customers.

These positions support product lines based in Tucson, AZ, and may require domestic and international travel to suppliers, Raytheon facilities, and customer sites. This position will be an onsite role.

What You Will Do

• Perform mechanical design, development, and documentation of components, sub-assemblies, for tactical missile systems and equipment in accordance with system requirements.
• Support the factory and suppliers with product development, obsolescence, troubleshooting, domestically and internationally.
• Interface with other engineering disciplines, non-technical disciplines, and suppliers to develop design solutions and resolve technical challenges.
• Work with limited supervision and meet commitments for assigned schedule, financial, and technical goals.
• Support and participate in design peer reviews, resolving action items, and conduct trade studies to make sound technical decisions.
• Support technical data package updates and/or variances.
• Working knowledge of First Article Inspection process (FAI), work along side Quality engineers in support of that in addition to Raytheon Source Inspection (RSI).
• Utilize Raytheon hardware tools and processes.

The Mechanical Engineer II - ALE job is in Tucson, AZ and the position is onsite.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Experience in mechanical design and design documentation.
• Experience in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ANSI Y14.5
• Experience with CREO (Pro/E) or similar 3D solid modeling software.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with design, development, and production of mechanical equipment and/or hardware, preferably for use in Military environments.
• Experience in the development, creation, release, and updates of mechanical technical data packages.
• Experience in the review and interpretation of technical documentation in a production environment.
• Experience with tolerance analysis.
• Advanced degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering, or hardware systems design.
• Experience with production environment for military products.
• Experience working in a factory supporting development, low-rate as well as full-rate production of missile components and assemblies.
• Working knowledge of Military and Commercial Specifications.
• Demonstrated team player, self-driven leader with excellent collaboration skills.
• Experience with PTC Windchill Product Data Management or equivalent configuration/data management software.
• Must possess strong technical writing and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to work autonomously with minimal supervision.

What We Offer

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

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.

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 b