Senior Mechanical Engineer

Date Posted: 2026-02-16
Country: United States of America
Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WD ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING D BLDG
Position Role Type: Onsite
Salary Range: $86,800 USD - $165,200 USD

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
• Security Clearance Status: Not Required

About Raytheon

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.

About the Role

Raytheon is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to provide design engineering and integration/test support on a key airborne sensor product development effort in our North Texas location. This effort is of high visibility and importance to the company and the defenders of this nation.

What You Will Do

• Perform mechanical design and documentation of antennas, RF Sensors, and supporting Electronics and Sub-systems
• Follow established procedures and instructions while working closely with program and functional leadership to ensure that overall design objectives are met
• Responsible for developing technical solutions to a wide range of complex problems
• Responsible for supervising the definitions of mechanical outline and construction details, connector selection and specification, mechanical and assembly drawings, and overseeing electrical layout and the technical data package
• Work with minimal direction or supervision, while exercising considerable latitude in determining the technical objectives of assignments
• Frequent interaction with the IPTL, PM, and external personnel
• Travel periodically to suppliers and other sites to support programs

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) degree
• Minimum of 5 years' prior relevant experience, to include any combination of the following:
• Experience with the design and manufacturing of electronics packaging for military and aerospace applications
  • Experience with GD&T, ANSI drawing standards and first order analysis techniques
  • Experience with PTC Creo MCAD software and drawing standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to apply basic principles, theories, and concepts within the mechanical engineering field
• Six (6) or more years of industry experience in the design and test of electronics packaging for military and aerospace applications
• CREO surfacing experience
• Strong technical background with high technical aptitude
• Advanced mechanical engineering expertise
• Capable of providing input or guidance to lower-level engineers
• Ability to manage conflicting or non-existent requirements in a rapidly changing environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

What We Offer

RTX values Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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

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.

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Additional Information

• 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.
• This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm
• 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 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.
• 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.

About RTX

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.