Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Prattwhitney; Sudbury (MA); On-site; USD 107,500 - 204,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Educational assistance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Prattwhitney is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer for our Radar Mechanical Design Department. This role involves leading the mechanical design, development, and integration of phased array radar systems.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in STEM and 5-10 years of relevant experience, particularly in radar architecture design. The position offers a competitive salary range of $107,500 – $204,500 along with comprehensive health benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering.
• Experience designing radar architecture or electronics packaging.
• Proficiency with GD&T and ANSI drawing standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and integration of radar systems.
• Develop technical solutions across product life cycle.
• Provide technical guidance and meet cost, schedule, quality, and performance goals.

Skills

Mechanical design

Radar architecture design

3D solid modeling (CREO)

GD&T proficiency

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

STEM Degree or advanced degree

Tools

CREO (Pro/ENGINEER)

Job description

Principal Mechanical Engineer – Radar Mechanical Design Department

Location: Marlborough, MA or Tewksbury, MA (onsite). Security clearance: U.S. citizenship required; active Secret clearance necessary.

What You Will Do

• Lead mechanical design, development, and integration of phased array radar systems, electronic modules, pedestals, and power & cooling systems.
• Develop technical solutions across the product life cycle—proposal, design, manufacture, integration, and test.
• Apply transition-to-production practices and lead the design release into production.
• Provide technical guidance, remove roadblocks, and meet cost, schedule, quality, and performance goals.
• Lead a small team of mechanical engineers as needed.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and coordinate with engineering, operations, quality, and program offices.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM or advanced degree with minimum 5‑10 years of relevant experience.
• Experience designing radar architecture or electronics packaging for military or aerospace programs.
• Proficiency with GD&T, ANSI drawing standards, and first‑order or structural analysis.
• Experience with CREO (Pro/ENGINEER) or similar 3D solid modeling software.
• Knowledge of IC and CT manufacturing support and producibility.
• Familiarity with military standards and design to specifications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Experience with CCAs, mechanical/RF components, metal housings, structures, and electronics assemblies.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $107,500 – $204,500.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability.
• 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts.
• Paid time off, holidays, parental leave, flexible work schedules.
• Educational assistance, child/adult backup care, achievement awards.
• Relocation assistance available.

Security Clearance

Secret clearance required, active and existing; obtained within 30 days of hire. U.S. citizenship required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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, veteran status, or any other protected class. RTX provides affirmative action for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.