Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Control Algorithm & Simulation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation eligibility

Benefits package

Job summary

RTX seeks an expert controls systems engineer for the Precision Control Actuation System (PCAS) to develop, build, and verify control actuation systems in Tucson, AZ or Huntsville, AL. You will design flight actuation control architectures and implement advanced control laws for high‑fidelity models and hardware tests.

You will work autonomously with oversight, applying expertise in air vehicle dynamics, sensors, and real‑time control, while collaborating with senior engineers and program leads

Qualifications

• STEM degree with 5+ years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with ≥3 years.
• Experience in air vehicle or missile actuation control design, requirements, and performance analysis.
• Background in control architectures and verification processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop flight actuation control system architectures and advanced control laws.
• Design hardware tests and execute verification against requirements.
• Analyze air performance simulations and model nonlinearity/temperature effects.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and communicate with leadership.

Skills

Controls engineering

Flight actuation control

MATLAB

Simulink

Embedded software

System dynamics

Autonomy

Team leadership

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-20 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-M10 ~ 3360 E Hemisphere Loop ~ BLDG M10 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: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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 an expert controls systems engineer to join the PCAS organization to support the development, build, and verification of control actuation systems.

Locations: This role may be staffed at the PCAS location in Tucson, AZ or Huntsville, AZ.

What You Will Do

You will provide various controls engineering support as needs of programs fluctuate. Based on skillsets, support may include but is not limited to development of flight actuation control system architectures and implementation of advanced control laws to maximize performance, hardware test design and execution, and analysis of air performance simulation. 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 advance knowledge of air vehicle gear train dynamics and flight motor control, advanced control techniques, inertial sensors digital communications, and analysis of missile servo position performance - both in simulation, ground, and flight test. Development of high fidelity motor and flexible gear train models containing nonlinearity and temperature dependencies. Development and execution of test plans to verify performance against requirements and anchor models.

What You Will Learn

The PCAS organization provides ample opportunities for hands‑on hardware work. PCAS mechanical control engineers are exposed to a variety of lab activities including hardware integration, hardware testing, 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 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. A minimum of 5 years of experience in air vehicle or missile flight actuation control design and/or analysis, including control architecture design, and/or requirements development, and/or performance analysis.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Systems or Mechanical Engineering of servo controls
• Experience with development of CAS requirements, CAS architecture, requirements risk, requirements verification and validation, system performance & function, safety and environmental compliance
• Experience in working with control actuation systems that employ permanent magnet brush and brush less DC motor technology
• Experience developing or modifying code in MATLAB and Simulink
• Experience testing high power actuation systems in the presence of loads and temperature
• Experience with feedback control systems, including sizing, testing and integration, design‑for‑manufacturing, kinematic and dynamic simulation and analysis
• Research and/or applied experience in advanced control design techniques in areas such as nonlinear, robust, optimal, adaptive, fault‑tolerant, and real-time control
• Experience with encoders, resolvers, gyros, power systems, and serial communication interfaces
• Proven ability to deconstruct higher level tasks into discrete lower‑level work packages and tasks
• Experience with system identification techniques applied to flexible body dynamics, motor control and nonlinear systems
• Experience with gimbaled and line‑of‑sight pointing and stabilization systems
• Familiarity with embedded software development and hardware/software integration
• Knowledge of system engineering design methods including requirements analysis and flow down, specification derivation and interface control documentation
• Performance analysis by simulation including verification and validation techniques
• Ability to operate independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership and other engineering disciplines.
• Experience leading a control actuation development focused development team

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.

Relocation Eligibility

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. 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.

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, 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.

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.