Sr Mechanical Engineer, Control Actuation Systems

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 82,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aerospace engineering is seeking a Sr Mechanical Engineer for Control Actuation Systems in Tucson, AZ. The role involves mechanical design, testing, and systems engineering in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in mechanical engineering and experience in aerospace applications. Opportunities for hands-on work and technical growth are provided.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering.
• Experience in mechanical mechanism design or flight control systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering support as program needs fluctuate.
• Work autonomously with oversight and coach lower-level professionals.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Systems Engineering

Data Analysis

Collaboration

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

B.S. in Aerospace Engineering

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

B.S. in Computer Science

B.S. in Physics

B.S. in Math

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Sr Mechanical Engineer, Control Actuation Systems

Apply locations AZ862: 3360 Hemisphere Loop Bldg M10 3360 East Hemisphere Loop Building M10, Tucson, AZ, 85706 USA time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: July 15, 2025 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition id 01768633

Date Posted:

2025-05-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AZ862: 3360 Hemisphere Loop Bldg M10 3360 East Hemisphere Loop Building M10, Tucson, AZ, 85706 USA

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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 Precision Control Actuation System department is seeking a mechanical design engineer to join the multi-disciplinary PCAS organization to support the development, build, and verification of control actuation systems.The PCAS organization staffs mechanical engineers for a variety of roles supporting primarily control section Integrated Product Teams.

What You Will Do

• You will provide various mechanical engineering support as needs of programs fluctuate.Based on skillsets, support may include but not limited to detailed mechanical design, earned value management, test design and execution, and systems engineering.

• You will be expected to flex responsibilities based on the current needs of the organization and their respective skill sets.

• At this grade level, you will be expected to work autonomously with regular and periodic oversight, have advanced knowledge of the control mechanism development domain, and coach and review the work of lower level professionals

What You Will Learn

• The PCAS organization provides ample opportunities for hands-on hardware work, with a dedicated lab space at our Huntsville and Tucson facility.

• PCAS mechanical engineers are exposed to a variety of lab activities including engineering builds, hardware integration, hardware tuning, and hardware verification.

• The PCAS organization provides a strong technical learning environment with a dedicated control system technology pyramid comprised of engineering fellows.

• PCAS mechanical engineers are provided the opportunity for direct access to these subject matter experts, fostering accelerated technical growth.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Education: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Math or related science degree

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering or 3 years related experience with an advance degree.

• Experience in mechanical mechanism design OR flight control systems for aerospace applications

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience developing flight control systems for aerospace applications

• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Physics

• Basic proficiency with model development and data analysis in MATLAB/Simulink

• Experience working with and integrating hardware.

• Basic knowledge of DOORS, CAMEO, and/or other requirements management tools

• Systems engineering design and development

• Experience with dSPACE Real-time test systems

• Proven ability to deconstruct higher level tasks into discrete lower-level work packages and tasks

• Ability to estimate project / tasks level of effort

• Ability to cross collaborate with geographically distributed teams

• Experience and certifications in Earned Value Project Management

• Ability to articulate, in both oral and written form, to technical, non-technical and management audiences

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

What We Offer

· 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, and Innovation.

- Relocation Eligibility

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Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

‒ 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.

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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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