Principal Opto-Mechanical Design Engineer

RTX (Raytheon); McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

RTX in McKinney, Texas seeks a Mechanical Engineer for the Airborne & Ground Optics Department. You will lead the mechanical design from concept to drawings for components supporting product builds and collaborate with chief/lead engineers.

Onsite work in a fast-paced environment is expected. The role requires a STEM degree with 8+ years of experience or an advanced degree with 5+ years, and hands-on electromechanical design experience using CREO or SolidWorks.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) is typically required.
• Minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or an advanced degree with at least 5 years of experience.
• Experience in design and prototyping of electromechanical systems.
• Experience with 3D modeling software CREO/SolidWorks or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Utilize RTX tools including CREO modeling software and Product Data Management (PDM).
• Design and documentation support using engineering tools, Adobe, and MS Office.
• Execute engineering change and drawing release processes.
• Perform analytic/technical engineering work within a program environment; present designs as needed.
• Train on Raytheon processes and procedures.
• May participate in building hardware in a lab environment.

Skills

STEM degree

8+ years experience

electromechanical design

project coordination

Education

STEM degree, B.S. or higher

Tools

CREO

SolidWorks

Job description

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. 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:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WD ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING D BLDG

Position Role Type: Onsite

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.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to join our Airborne & Ground Optics Department in McKinney, Texas. The responsibilities will include all aspects of the mechanical design process from concept to model/drawing completion for mechanical components required to support product builds working under the general supervision of a team lead.

Some assembly of your designs may be required. You will work closely with Chief Engineers, Lead Engineers and product engineers. We are specifically seeking candidates who are hands‑on, adaptable in a fast‑paced environment, proactive, take ownership of work, communicate well with others, and enjoy solving unique problems every day.

This position is an onsite role working in our facility in McKinney, Texas.

What You Will Do

• Utilization of RTX tools including CREO modeling software and Product Data Management (PDM).
• Design and documentation support utilizing engineering tools, Adobe, and MS office suite.
• Execution of engineering change and drawing release process.
• Analytical and technical engineering work within a program environment with possible presentations on designs as needed.
• Train on Raytheon processes and procedures.
• Work may include participation in building hardware in a lab environment.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 5 years' experience.
• Experience in the design and prototyping of electromechanical systems.
• Experience with 3D modeling software (CREO, SolidWorks, or equivalent).
• Experience planning, directing, and coordinating tasks or small projects involving multiple individual contributors.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Team leadership experience.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, including knowledge, and understanding of tolerancing.
• Experience developing and delivering presentations (verbal and/or written).
• Organization, coordination, planning, teaming skills, as well as written and oral communication skills.

What We Offer

• A total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.
• 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, Innovation, and Safety.
• Relocation assistance available.

This position requires onsite work in McKinney, TX: North Texas: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-north-texas-location

This position requires 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

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.