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RTX's Tactical Radars team in Woburn, MA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer Deputy Change Control Board Chairperson to lead engineering reviews of Technical Data Packages and support configuration control activities on complex hardware.
This onsite role requires a STEM degree with 5+ years of experience (or an advanced degree with 3+ years), knowledge of GD&T, 3D CAD, and the ability to obtain the interim and final DoD security clearance. Domestic and international travel may be required.
Date Posted: 2026-09-29 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-WOBURN-WB1 ~ 235 Presidential Way ~ SPENCER BLDG 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 Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date
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 freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. 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 Tactical Radars department within Raytheon Hardware Engineering supports the development, production, and deployment of multiple defense products including radars, missiles, command and control systems, and naval electronics. The products support US Government and international customers. This Senior Mechanical Engineer Deputy Change Control Board Chairperson will support the Tactical Radars and Land Based Effectors AUR team based in Woburn, MA and may require domestic and international travel to suppliers. This position will be an onsite role.
Support the Chief Engineer and the CCB Chairperson in ensuring releases and changes to elements of the Technical Data Packages are reviewed with rigor
Ensure Configuration Control Board activities are compliant with the requirements, policies, and procedures for both the customer and the company.
Collaborate with Quality as needed to ensure changes and additions to the Technical Data Package (engineering drawings) are compliant with all standards, procedures, and customer expectations and have been properly documented
Assist CCB Chairperson with ensuring Technical Data Package (ex: engineering drawing) changes are reviewed by the appropriate virtual Configuration Control Board members (reviews are done electronically)
Maintain the list of essential reviewers and approvers
Maintain the weekly log of TDP changes and releases
Assist CCB Chairperson and CM with ensuring that PDM and meta data have been appropriately linked and populated
Assist CCB Chairperson with ensuring that changes to Technical Data Packages have been Validated, meaning that due diligence has been performed to show that the change will have the desired impact on the product. This includes ensuring Peer Reviews have been completed on substantial design changes or releases.
Assist CCB Chairperson with ensuring that new drawings and changed drawings meet the requirements of the Contract, Product Drafting Specification, Engineering Documentation Standard Volumes 1-3, ASME Y14, and MIL=STD-31000
Operate as primary CCB Chairperson on a limited basis when CCB Chairperson is out of office
Assist in maintaining job aids for those submitting changes and releases to the Technical Data Package
Hold or participate in tag-ups to get changes or releases back on the right track if electronic communication is no longer sufficient.
Mentor engineers in the requirements of releases and changes to a Technical Data Package
Research applicable standards and processes for a given situation.
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience Experience in the creation, review and interpretation of technical documentation utilized in the development or production of hardware or tooling products. Demonstrated experience applying and reviewing requirements, documentation standards and/or compliance standards for technical documentation. Experience in mechanical design, advanced design development, manufacturing or tooling processes, or related areas. Experience reviewing Geometric Tolerancing and Dimensioning on engineering drawings. 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. Interim Secret Clearance is needed on Day 1.
Advanced degree in mechanical, aerospace, or manufacturing engineering, or hardware systems design.
Experience in the development, creation, release, or updates of engineering drawings utilizing a 3D CAD design tool.
Experience in understanding and tailoring process documentation.
Working knowledge of industry specifications utilized in creation of technical data packages for military products detail-oriented with a demonstrated ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
Ability to work autonomously, lead engineering teams, with minimal supervision.
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.
Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.
Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.
Requires advanced knowledge of work area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have practical knowledge of project management. Practical to substantial knowledge of RTX projects, programs or systems with the ability to make enhancements and leverage in daily work. Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Typically requires a degree in Science,Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
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.
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