Mechanical Test Engineer II

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

Benefits offered by this job

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

Holidays

Job summary

RTX in Tucson is seeking an engineer to design and implement advanced mechanical test fixtures and environmental test stations for complex weapon systems across their lifecycle.

You will prototype, analyze, and validate systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure precision, reliability, and manufacturability while adhering to industry standards and security requirements.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline, completed by start date.
• Experience using CAD software to generate 3D models and assemblies.
• Experience creating or maintaining hardware documentation and drawings per industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Research, plan, and design custom mechanical test solutions for vibration, thermal, hydraulic, RF, and EO environments.
• Conceptualize and implement mechanical systems integrated with state-of-the-art test technologies.
• Create 3D assemblies and 2D drawings using CAD tools.
• Ensure data packages adhere to ASME Y14 or ISO GD&T standards.
• Integrate and validate test systems to meet accuracy, repeatability, and reliability requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to diagnose issues and drive design improvements.

Skills

CAD software usage

3D modeling

Engineering documentation

Education

Advanced STEM degree

Tools

SolidWorks

PTC Creo

Autodesk Inventor

CATIA

Siemens NX

Job description

Job Details

Date Posted: 2026-10-06

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-805 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 805

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

Join Raytheon's dynamic Test Solutions Engineering team, part of the hardware Discipline Center, where we architect and deliver high-reliability test equipment vital to national defense. In this role, you will design, analyze, prototype, and implement advanced mechanical test fixtures and environmental test stations supporting complex weapon systems across their entire lifecycle—from early engineering development and high-rate factory production to field operations and long-term sustainment.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, plan, and design custom mechanical test solutions for vibration, thermal, hydraulic, radio frequency (RF), and electro-optical operational environments.
• Conceptualize and implement mechanical systems that integrate seamlessly with state-of-the-art test technologies.
• Utilize parametric CAD solid modeling tools to create comprehensive 3D assemblies and detailed 2D engineering drawing packages.
• Ensure all technical data packages adhere strictly to industry drafting standards, including ASME Y14 series or ISO geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Integrate and validate test systems against stringent accuracy, repeatability, and reliability requirements.
• Evaluate production installations and collaborate with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams to diagnose malfunctions and implement design enhancements.

Qualifications

You Must Have

• Advanced degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline. Degree must be obtained by start date.
• Experience using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software (such as SolidWorks, PTC Creo, Autodesk Inventor, CATIA, Siemens NX, or equivalent) to generate 3D models and mechanical assemblies.
• Experience creating or maintaining mechanical hardware documentation and engineering drawings adhering to industry drafting standards (such as ASME Y14 series or ISO).
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

We Prefer

• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Mechatronics.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Experience with Model Based Engineering (MBE) or Model Based Definition (MBD).
• Previous hands-on testing, prototyping, or production support experience in an aerospace, defense, or high-reliability manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical, diagnostic, and root-cause problem-solving skills applied to mechanical fixtures or test equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a multi-disciplinary, fast-paced team setting.

What We Offer

At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Benefits

• 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
• holidays

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 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.

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.