Tooling Design Engineer I

RTX; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Tool Design Engineer in Tucson to design, document, procure and integrate tooling into a complex manufacturing environment. You will oversee projects from development to implementation, applying ergonomic and error-proofing principles and incorporating COTS components where appropriate.

Responsibilities include creating 3D tooling solutions with CREO, communicating concepts with manufacturing teams, driving improvements across factory programs, and ensuring designs meet

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM major obtained by start date.
• Experience with CAD modeling.
• Experience with drawing interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Developing and approving complex 3-dimensional tooling solutions using CREO (Pro-E).
• Capturing & communicating tooling concepts with manufacturing & factory teams.
• Creating and implementing opportunities for improvement within our factories.
• Representing manufacturing as a mechanical engineering resource to support a variety of factory initiatives.
• Promoting standardized fixturing concepts across all programs to support a true multi-missile factory environment.
• Reading and interpreting mechanical engineering drawings including the usage of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Providing stress analysis models and documents on below the hook lifting devices.
• Establishing designs with significant consideration given to good error-proofing techniques and troubleshooting design flaws and production issues
• Integrating Commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) components to increase design usability and cost effectiveness.
• Adjusting and optimizing designs as necessary to meet stakeholder needs.

Skills

CAD modeling

Drawing interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM major obtained by start date

Tools

CREO

Additive manufacturing

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-801 1151 E Hermans Rd BLDG 801 (External Site)

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. 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 after day 1

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

What You Will Do:

As a Tool Design Engineer you'll use computer aided design to generate 3-dimensional models and technical drawing packages. You'll be responsible for all aspects of designing, documentation, procuring and integrating assembly Tooling into a highly complex manufacturing environment. In addition, you'll oversee projects from development to implementation and strive to incorporate safe, ergonomic, error-proofed, and innovative solutions into the factory.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and approving complex 3-dimensional tooling solutions using CREO (Pro-E)
• Capturing & communicating tooling concepts with manufacturing & factory teams.
• Creating and implementing opportunities for improvement within our factories.
• Representing manufacturing as a mechanical engineering resource to support a variety of factory initiatives.
• Promoting standardized fixturing concepts across all programs to support a true multi-missile factory environment.
• Reading and interpreting mechanical engineering drawings including the usage of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Providing stress analysis models and documents on below the hook lifting devices.
• Establishing designs with significant consideration given to good error-proofing techniques and troubleshooting design flaws and production issues
• Integrating Commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) components to increase design usability and cost effectiveness.
• Adjusting and optimizing designs as necessary to meet stakeholder needs.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) major obtained by start date.
• Experience with CAD modeling
• Experience with drawing interpretation

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience/education with mechanical project development
• Knowledge and experience of machine shop practices
• Previous tool design experience
• Experience with CREO
• Additive manufacturing experience

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

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.

Salary Range:

The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 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.

Benefits

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.

Incentive Compensation

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.

Location/Pay Applicability

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.

Application Window

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.

Equal Opportunity

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.