Senior Principal Structural Engineer, High-Temp Materials

Raytheon; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon, a leading aerospace and defense company, seeks a Senior Principal Structural Engineer focused on High Temp Materials for its Mechanical Analysis and Test (MA&T) Department in Tucson, AZ. The role demands expertise in refractory metals, ceramics, and ceramic matrix composites (CMC).

The candidate will perform detailed structural analyses, develop test plans, and support program phases from development through production. Onsite work in Tucson is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) is typically required.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience or an Advanced Degree with ≥7 years experience.
• Experience with high temperature material systems for hypersonic aerospace.
• ABET accreditation is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed structural analysis and testing to support all phases of programs.
• Coordinate and lead technical peer reviews ensuring technical accuracy.
• Present results to internal stakeholders and external customers.
• Travel to test sites as needed to support tests or design discussions.

Skills

Structural analysis

PATRAN

NASTRAN

ANSYS

CREO

MATLAB

DIC software

Composite materials

High temperature materials

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Tools

PATRAN

NASTRAN

ANSYS

CREO

MATLAB

DIC software

Job description

Raytheon, a leading aerospace and defense company, seeks a Senior Principal Structural Engineer focused on High Temp Materials for its Mechanical Analysis and Test (MA&T) Department in Tucson, AZ. The role demands expertise in refractory metals, ceramics, and ceramic matrix composites (CMC).

The candidate will perform detailed structural analyses, develop test plans, and support program phases from development through production. Onsite work in Tucson is required.