Senior Mechanical Engineer - Structural Engineer

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join the Mechanical Analysis and Test (MA&T) team in Tucson, AZ. The role focuses on detailed structural analysis for development and production, using finite element methods and industry tools, with opportunity to lead technical reviews and mentor others onsite.

The ideal candidate has a STEM degree, 5+ years of experience in structural analysis for complex systems, and proficiency with PATRAN/NASTRAN/ANSYS. U.S. security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) required.
• Experience in structural analysis for defense programs preferred.
• Strong background in finite element methods and CAD/CAE tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed structural analyses to support all phases of programs
• Generate test plans to validate analyses and verify hardware compliance
• Analyze test data to validate models and generate mechanical loads
• Lead technical peer reviews and present results to stakeholders
• Generate detailed archival technical reports
• Travel to test sites as needed
• Act as technical leader to develop MA&T processes and tools

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-19 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-805 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 805 Position Role Type: Unspecified 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: Secret - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world 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 Mechanical Analysis and Test (MA&T) Department is responsible for ensuring structural and thermal design robustness across the Raytheon portfolio of products. From preliminary concepts to fielded weapon system support, MA&T delivers innovative structural and thermal engineering solutions utilizing methods ranging from classical fundamental & empirically based techniques to state-of-the‑art finite element methods leveraging industry leading commercial tools; all complimented and validated by tests executed in a manner to ensure cost effective yet technically balanced solutions. Raytheon is seeking a mid-level career Senior Structural Engineer to join the Mechanical Analysis and Test Department. In this role you will be responsible for detailed structural analysis to support all phases of programs including development and production. The analyses will cover a wide range of difficult problems, requiring solutions that are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organization objectives. The analysis tasks will span the spectrum from classical hand calculations to detailed analyses requiring the use of finite element analysis software. You will be expected to define the scope and level of analysis required to meet the objectives and will be held accountable for completing the work within the agreed upon cost and schedule. You will be expected to present your work for peer reviews and to be a peer reviewer for other engineers’ work. The customers of this position will include internal personnel and programs as well as external Government(s) personnel and programs.

What You Will Do

• Perform detailed structural analyses to support all phases of programs


• Generate test plans required to validate analyses and verify hardware compliance to customer requirements


• Analyze test data to validate and correlate models, and/or generate mechanical loads and environments


• Work with limited oversight on complex problems to provide the answers needed under program cost and schedule constraints


• Coordinate and lead technical peer reviews ensuring the technical accuracy of work product as well as acting as a reviewer for others work products


• Present results to internal stakeholders and external customers


• Generate detailed, archival technical reports


• Travel to test sites to support test or design discussion (depending on work assignment)


• Act as a technical leader (help define and develop MA&T department technical processes and tools) and lead teams to meet program milestones

The Senior Mechanical Engineer - Structural Engineer job is in Tucson, AZ and the position is onsite.

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 in structural analysis (i.e. PATRAN, NASTRAN, ANSYS, ABAQUS or equivalent software)

Qualifications We Prefer

• Working knowledge of mechanical principles to solve classical structural engineering problems both inside and outside of software tools


• Ability to work in a collaborative, team-based environment and independently


• 8+ years of professional experience in the structural analysis of complex systems that require collaboration of multiple engineering disciplines (such as a weapon system)


• Experience in structural testing: planning, organization, execution, data reduction and correlation


• Experience with dynamic shock and vibration analysis


• Experience with solid modeling CAD tool such as CREO or equivalent


• Experience with Matlab


• Experience leading teams and strong interpersonal skills working in a team environment


• Experience presenting to external customers

What We Offer:

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world.


• At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.


• Salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD.


• 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.

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. #LI-ST1 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.

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry‑leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.