Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Raytheon; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance available

Job summary

Raytheon seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Marlborough, MA or Tewksbury, MA to lead mechanical design for radar systems. You will work on ruggedized structures, cooling and electronics packaging, from concept to test and production.

The role requires a STEM degree with 5+ years of experience or an advanced degree with 3+ years, plus GD&T proficiency. On-site role with relocation support offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM and 5+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Experience with radar architecture, structures, cooling or electronics packaging.
• Proficiency in ANSI/ASME Y14.5 GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate radar hardware across life cycle phases.
• Develop solutions for ruggedized military hardware and packaging.
• Lead design release into production with limited supervision.
• Interface with multiple engineering teams and program offices.
• Perform tolerance analyses for form, fit and function.
• Contribute to production readiness and test planning.
• Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturing for producibility.

Skills

Radar design

Structures

Cooling

Electronics packaging

GD&T

3D modeling

Education

STEM degree

Tools

CREO

Job description

Date Posted

2026-05-22

Country

United States of America

Location

US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA1 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 1

Position Role Type

Onsite

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

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 Radar Mechanical Design Department leads mechanical design, development, and integration of some of the most innovative land-based and shipboard radars in the world. This includes phased array radar systems, electronic modules, pedestals, and power and cooling systems. The department comprises individuals with technical expertise and experience in hardware design, integration, and production support. Raytheon is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support our radar development programs. You will be responsible for working with mechanical teams in all phases of our design cycles, from concept development through design, development, building and test. Key requirements for this position include proven problem-solving skills and experience in hardware design and integration, engineering analysis, and mechanical drawing creation with military hardware. Individuals will interface and collaborate primarily with other engineering disciplines, as well as operations, systems, quality and program offices.

This Senior Mechanical Engineer is an on-site role in Marlborough, MA or Tewksbury, MA.

What You Will Do

• Utilizing mechanical hardware design experience and knowledge with ruggedized structures, interconnects, cooling, RF and electronics packaging.
• Develop technical solutions to a wide range of complex problems related to the entire product life cycle including proposal, design, manufacture, integration and test of phase array radars/electronics for multiple military programs.
• Employ transition-to-production practices with the ability to lead a design release into production.
• Work with limited supervision and meet commitments for assigned schedule, financial, and technical goals with ability to make enhancements and leverage in daily work.
• Provide technical conscience, challenged with making sure the product and process meet appropriate standards and requirements while helping to remove roadblocks.
• Perform tolerance analyses to ensure form, fit, and function are as intended by design for the use-application.
• Interact frequently with senior personnel on technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
• Experience with design of radar architecture, structures, cooling or electronics packaging for military or aerospace or commercial applications.
• Experience with ANSI/ASME Y14.5 GD&T.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Mechanical background with high technical aptitude.
• Experience with ANSI drawing standards and technical data package creation.
• Experience with designing for military, ruggedized or commercial standards.
• Experience in leading small development efforts and teams.
• Experience with CREO (Pro/E) or similar 3D solid modeling software.
• Cognizant of machine suppliers’ capabilities or have direct experience in manufacturing and assembly support role for producibility.
• Leadership skills and project management.
• Experience in selection of materials for structural, thermal, mechanical, electrical, producibility, and environmental considerations including corrosion mitigation and prevention.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent verbal and written communications and interpersonal skills when working with teams.

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.

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.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.