Principal Mechanical Engineer Lead - Tewksbury, MA (On-site)

Raytheon Technologies Corporation; Tewksbury (MA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon Technologies Corporation is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer for its Air Defense Ground Equipment Department. This position involves leading the mechanical design of components for defense systems, requiring strong technical expertise in the military sector. The role is based in Tewksbury, MA, and candidates must possess an active U.S. government security clearance.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Qualifications

• Typically requires 8 years of relevant experience for Bachelor’s degree holders.
• Experience designing for military environments preferred.
• Ability to manage teams and technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide programmatic leadership on the Missile IPT for the GEM-T program.
• Lead and participate in peer reviews and trade studies.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and oversee design documentation.

Skills

Team Leadership

Mechanical Design

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Advanced degree in a related field

Job description

Date Posted:

2025-06-12

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MA131: Tewksbury, MA Bldg 1 Assabet 50 Apple Hill Drive Assabet - Building 1, Tewksbury, MA, 01876 USA

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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.

The Air Defense Ground Equipment (ADGE) Department leads mechanical design, development, and integration of platform systems. This includes shelter systems, hardware integration, cable & interconnections, as well as facility development, and site integration. The department is comprised of individuals with technical expertise and experience in hardware design, integration, and production support.

The ADGE department is looking for a full-time Principal Mechanical Engineer to support Patriot Missile major components and sub-assemblies, located in Tewksbury, MA.
This is an Onsite role

What You Will Do

• Provide technical and programmatic leadership on the Missile IPT (Integrated Product Team) for the GEM-T program

• Manage and have ownership of budget

• Make data-driven decisions on the direction of the program

• Provide scheduling and staffing oversight to the program

• Lead a team(s) with limited supervision and meet commitments for assigned schedule, financial, and technical goals.

• Lead and participate in peer reviews, help to resolve action items, and conduct trade studies to make sound technical decisions.

• Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.

• Perform mechanical design, development, and documentation of components, sub-assemblies, and major end items for defense system equipment in accordance with system requirements

• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, non-technical disciplines, and suppliers to develop robust design solutions and resolve technical challenges.

• Apply knowledge and experience in technical problem solving and hardware development in an engaged team environment.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of prior relevant experience OR an Advanced degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years’ experience.

• Experience with designing and developing mechanical and/or electrical equipment, preferably for use in Military environments.

• Experience with bid/proposal efforts, Earned Value Management (EVM), and/or Risk & Opportunity Management

• Experience leading/managing teams

• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience/understanding of program leadership

• Strong foundation in mechanical engineering

• Ability to achieve results with a minimum of conflicts and within schedule

• Demonstrated team player, self-driven leader with ability to mentor junior engineers

• Working knowledge or experience with Air and Missile Defense, and/or Military Products

What We Offer

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

• Relocation Eligible

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

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

• This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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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