Mechanical Engineer II (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer II to join the Shipboard Effectors team. You will design, develop, and document mechanical subsystems for defense equipment, coordinating with the engineering lab and suppliers to ensure requirements are met.

The role requires a Master’s in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering, up to 12 months of related experience, and strong 3D CAD skills (Creo) with GD&T knowledge. U.S.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering or related field.
• 12 months or less of relevant professional work experience (excluding internships).
• Experience with 3D CAD tools and interpreting assembly drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and document mechanical components and subassemblies for defense systems.
• Support first article inspections, work instruction reviews, and root cause investigations.
• Interface with engineering disciplines and suppliers to develop solutions and resolve issues.
• Prepare technical analyses and present to Engineering Review Boards.
• Provide regular onsite support at the Missile Integration Facility and travel 10–15%.

Skills

3D CAD tools

Interpreting drawings

Education

MS in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering

Tools

Creo

Windchill

GD&T

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-01 Country: United States of America Location: US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-315 ~ 315 Bob Heath Dr ~ BOB HEATH

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

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.

What You Will Do

The Shipboard Effectors Department is currently searching for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer II to work on a multi-discipline team to support the production of Shipboard Effectors products and subsystems located in Huntsville, AL. The Mechanical Engineer II requires strong communication skills to collaborate across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality. Experience with hardware integration and test, supplier first article inspections, production work instructions and failure investigation principals are strongly desired. The Mechanical Engineer II will work closely with Integrated Product Team Leads/Program Managers to ensure that engineering requirements are defined, risks are managed, and schedules/budgets are met. Candidate will ensure Technical Data Packages are maintained and updated as necessary. Decisions must be data driven in nature and require preparing technical justification analysis reports as well as presenting to a variety of Engineering Review Boards.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to finding solutions to a wide range of technical problems related to the design, manufacture, integration, and production sustainment of various mechanical subsystems, including support in the engineering lab and the factory floor both at Raytheon and at suppliers
• Support first article inspections, work instruction reviews, material dispositions, and root cause investigations for production issues. Decisions are data driven and require preparing technical justification analysis reports and presenting to a variety of Engineering Review Boards
• Perform mechanical design, development, and documentation of components, subassemblies, and end items for defense system equipment in accordance with system requirements
• Interface with other engineering disciplines, non-technical disciplines, and suppliers to develop design solutions and resolve technical issues Regular onsite support at Missile Integration Facility
• Periodic travel to suppliers or other program sites will be required (10-15%)

Qualifications

• You Must Have Masters of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or similar Engineering discipline
• This position requires 12 months or less of relevant professional work experience (excluding internships)
• Experience with 3D CAD tools (modeling and drawing)
• Experience with interpreting assembly and/or component drawings

We Prefer

• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) per ANSI Y14.5
• Proficient in Creo (modeling and drawing) and Windchill (PDM)
• Mechanical aptitude to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.

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.

Relocation Eligibility

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

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.

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.

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms:

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.