Mechanical Engineer II – Structural Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation eligible

Job summary

Raytheon in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II – Structural Engineer to join the Mechanical Analysis and Test team onsite. You will engage in design trade studies, qualification testing, and production support throughout the product lifecycle.

The role involves working with a team of 200+ engineers, from classical stress analyses to modern FE methods, with opportunities for cross-site collaboration worldwide.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science/Engineering/Math required or related field.
• Experience in structural analysis with simulation tools.
• Ability to obtain U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed structural analyses across program phases.
• Generate test plans to validate analyses and hardware readiness.
• Analyse test data to validate models and derive loads/environments.
• Collaborate with peers to ensure technical accuracy of deliverables.
• Lead technical peer reviews and present results to stakeholders.
• Prepare detailed archival technical reports.

Skills

Structural analysis

PATRAN

NASTRAN

ANSYS

ABAQUS

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-24

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-315 ~ 315 Bob Heath Dr ~ BOB HEATH

Position Role Type: Onsite

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

DoD Clearance: Secret

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

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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Mechanical Analysis and Test (MA&T) Department is responsible for ensuring structural and thermal design robustness across the Raytheon portfolio of products. From preliminary concepts to fielded weapon system support, MA&T delivers innovative structural and thermal engineering solutions utilizing methods ranging from classical fundamental & empirically based techniques to state-of-the-art finite element methods leveraging industry leading commercial tools; all complimented and validated by tests executed in a manner to ensure cost effective yet technically balanced solutions.

The Mechanical Engineer II – Structural Engineer position is located in Huntsville, AL and the role is onsite.

Raytheon is seeking a Structural Engineer to join the Mechanical Analysis and Test Department. In this role you will get the opportunity to work on products throughout their lifecycle from initial design trade studies and proposals through qualification testing to enduring production support. Engineers will join and learn from a team of 200+ engineers working in all areas of structural engineering, and can expect a wide variety of assignments, from classical stress analyses to cutting edge computer aided analysis methodologies and field test support at locations around the world.

What You Will Do

• Perform detailed structural analyses to support all phases of programs
• Generate test plans required to validate analyses and verify hardware compliance to customer requirements
• Analyze test data to validate and correlate models, and/or generate mechanical loads and environments
• Work with experienced analysts on problems of moderate complexity to provide the answers needed under program cost and schedule constraints
• Coordinate and lead technical peer reviews ensuring the technical accuracy of work products as well as acting as a reviewer for others work products
• Present results to internal stakeholders and external customers
• Generate detailed, archival technical reports
• Travel to test sites to support test or design discussion (depending on work assignment)

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant or An Advanced Degree in a related field
• Experience in structural analysis with any of the following tools: PATRAN, NASTRAN, ANSYS, ABAQUS or equivalent software
• Ability to obtain a U.S. government issued security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Working knowledge of mechanical principles to solve classical structural engineering problems both inside and outside of software tools
• 5+ years of professional experience in stress/structural analysis
• Experience in structural testing: planning, organization, execution, data reduction and correlation
• Experience with dynamic shock and vibration analysis
• Experience with solid modeling CAD tools such as CREO or equivalent
• Experience with Matlab

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 Eligible - relocation assistance is available for this position

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.

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