Senior Mechanical Engineer

Date Posted : 2025-10-20

Country :

United States of America

Location :

TX190 : 2501 West University, McKinney 2501 West University , McKinney, TX, 75070 USA

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 :

DoD Clearance : Secret

The Airborne Sensor RF Design Department is seeking an established Mechanical Engineer to fill an On-Site position in our McKinney, TX location.  We are looking for self-starting candidates to perform mechanical design and documentation of electro-mechanical assemblies, coordinate with and visit suppliers throughout the US, and support our manufacturing facility in McKinney, TX.

Responsibilities to Anticipate :

The candidate is expected to follow established procedures and instructions while working closely with program and functional leadership to ensure the overall design and production goals are met.  The candidate is expected to have proficient experience with PTC Creo Parametric software or other Solid Modeling tools.  The candidate is also expected to have a working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles and their application for design documentation and fabrication.  The candidate will work within a multi-disciplined team of engineers with responsibilities ranging aerostructure design, housing design, electronics equipment packaging, circuit card assemblies, interconnects, and thermal management.  The position will require frequent interaction with the Integrated Program Team Lead (IPTL), Program Management (PM), Supply Chain, and other external personnel.  Program related travel to external suppliers and other Raytheon facilities typically does not exceed 10%.

Basic Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Equivalent Engineering from an ABET accredited university and a minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.

Experience with PTC CREO Parametric or other mechanical CAD design tools.

Experience with utilizing Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing principles.

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.

Preferred Qualifications :

Knowledge of electromechanical assemblies and the interrelationship of the components therein.

Knowledge of aerostructure and fastener design.

Knowledge of materials and fabrication methods.

Knowledge of statistical concepts and how to apply them to development and production processes.

Knowledge of engineering and scientific methods and tools to characterize behavior of products and processes.

Knowledge of reading and creating mechanical fabrication and assembly drawings.

Production support including the use of basic measurement tools.

Ability to draft communications, create and deliver presentations.

Able to work independently and as a team member.

Experience in the support of design and integration of mechanical products and assemblies.

Proficient in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, including experience with 3D tolerance analysis software.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Knowledge of Mechanical CAD design and electronic design.

Ability to travel between North Texas sites and nationwide suppliers.

Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work in a multi-disciplined integrated product team.

Experience working with Next Generation Jammer mid-band product.

RTX Corporation 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 Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 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, VA.

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 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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