Senior Mechanical Engineer

Prattwhitney; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 95,500 - 181,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Prattwhitney is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to support the Sentinel radar product line in Fullerton, CA. This position involves developing mechanical subsystems, creating CAD drawings using tools like Creo Parametric and SolidWorks, and requiring 25% travel to suppliers and production facilities.

Ideal candidates should possess a STEM degree with significant experience in engineering, demonstrated leadership, and experience in radar production programs. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience or a master's degree with at least 5 years.
• Demonstrated leadership as a senior mechanical engineer.
• Experience managing technical data packages in PDM.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative mechanical subsystems with solid modeling practices.
• Create CAD drawings using tools such as Creo Parametric or SolidWorks.
• Generate 3D design models from sketches and diagrams.

Skills

Leadership

Solid modeling

CAD tools (Creo Parametric, SolidWorks)

Problem-solving

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Creo Parametric

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Summary

This role supports the Sentinel radar product line based in Fullerton, CA and may require domestic and international travel to suppliers. The position is onsite.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative mechanical subsystems with solid modeling practices.
• Create CAD drawings using tools such as Creo Parametric, SolidWorks, or equivalent.
• Generate 3‑D design models and conceptual designs from preliminary sketches, diagrams, and engineering information.
• Apply solid modeling practices and drawing creation using CAD tools such as Creo Parametric, SolidWorks, or equivalent.
• Understand fabrication processes, capabilities, and limitations.
• Provide transparent identification and communication of issues to functional leadership and engage resources (subject‑matter experts, etc.) to resolve production issues rapidly and efficiently.

Qualifications – Must Have

• Typically requires a STEM degree and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree and at least 5 years of experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience as a senior mechanical engineer.
• Prior experience with cost and schedule responsibilities.
• Experience working across multiple product lifecycle stages of a radar production program.
• Experience working across multiple functional and discipline organizations to successfully resolve technical challenges.
• Position requires a minimum of 25% travel to suppliers and production facilities (domestic and international).

Qualifications – Preferred

• Advanced degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or hardware system design.
• Experience working in a factory supporting full‑rate production of radar components and assemblies.
• Experience with suppliers that manufacture machined parts, panels, and electronics.
• Experience in manufacturing and tolerancing radar mechanical systems.
• Experience managing technical data packages in PDM.

Salary

The salary range for this role is $95,500USD – $181,700USD.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee assistance program.
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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 Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.