Sr. Structural Analysis Section Leader

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

Job summary

RTX in Tucson, AZ, seeks a senior Mechanical Analysis and Test leader to guide MA&T projects, oversee structural analysis for missiles, radar and combat systems, and mentor engineering teams onsite. You will drive technical excellence, perform hand calculations, lead reviews, and collaborate with customers to deliver robust solutions while developing program staffing and proposals.

The role requires a BS in STEM and 10+ years in structural analysis, plus an active U.S.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM and 10+ years of experience, or 14 years without a degree.
• 10 years of structural analysis experience.
• Experience leading engineering teams and driving technical and cost performance.

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical leader and/or lead analysis/test teams.
• Support staffing requests to ensure programs are staffed with appropriate personnel.
• Engage with team members on performance and career development.
• Assist with proposal preparation including estimating scope of new engineering projects.
• Perform hand calculations to determine scope of higher detail analysis models.
• Perform detailed analysis to solve diverse program structural challenges.
• Peer review analyses to validate processes and results.
• Document results according to ME standards.
• Deliver results to internal and external customers.

Skills

Engineering team leadership

Structural dynamic analysis

PATRAN/NASTRAN

ANSYS

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics

Tools

PATRAN/NASTRAN

ANSYS

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-17 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-807A ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807A 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'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.

About Us

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. Raytheon Mechanical Engineering (ME) leads in mechanical hardware design, development and production of missiles, radar, sonar, torpedo and combat system equipment. The Mechanical Engineering group uses state-of the-art tools, processes, technology, and Raytheon CORE principles. ME capabilities encompass a broad range of technical disciplines which include engineering, manufacturing, technical services, materials, processes, analysis, test and documentation.

The Mechanical Analysis and Test Department (MA&T) is responsible for ensuring the structural integrity of all RMD Products. From the preliminary concept to fielded weapon support, MA&T delivers innovative and robust structural analysis solutions utilizing methods ranging from classical fundamental and proprietary empirically based techniques, to state of the art finite element methods and commercial computer codes; all complimented and validated by tests executed in a manner to ensure cost effective yet technically balanced solutions.

This position is in Tucson, Arizona. The position is onsite.

What You Will Do

• Act as a technical leader (help define/refine and/or develop MA&T department technical processes and tools) and/or lead analysis/test teams
• Support staffing requests to ensure all programs are staffed the appropriate personnel
• Engage with team members to discuss performance and career development
• Assist with proposal preparation including estimating the scope of new engineering projects
• Perform Hand Calculations to determine scope of higher detail analysis models
• Perform detailed analysis to solve diverse program structural challenges
• Perform peer reviews of all analysis to validate process and results
• Document results according to Raytheon ME standards
• Deliver results to customers (internal and external)

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics and 10+ years of experience OR in absence of a degree, 14 years of experience. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for additional 3 years of experience
• 10 years of structural analysis experience
• Experience in leadership of engineering teams driving technical and cost performance
• Experience in structural dynamic analysis using PATRAN/NASTRAN or ANSYS
• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degree in aforementioned disciplines.
• ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard
• Ability to work on a Raytheon plant-site including the ability to attend in-person meetings, visit test laboratories
• 10 or more years of experience in the structural analysis of complex systems that require collaboration of multiple engineering disciplines (such as a weapon system)
• Experience in mechanical principles to solve classical structural analysis solutions both inside and outside of finite element tools

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.

RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive. We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the 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.