Mechanical Designer

Date Posted: 2026-01-30
Country: Canada
Location: CA-ON-MIDLAND-450 ~ 450 Leitz Rd ~ 450 BLDG
Position Role Type: Unspecified

About RTX and Raytheon ELCAN

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 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.

Raytheon ELCAN is a global leader in high-precision optical systems. Our commitment to innovation, quality, and excellence spans over 70 years and has earned us a reputation for delivering cutting-edge solutions for the most demanding challenges in the world.

About the Role

We have an immediate need for a Mechanical Designer to join our Mechanical Engineering team. In this role, you will play a key part in designing and developing optomechanical systems. You will also have the opportunity to collaborate with skilled professionals, leverage advanced technologies, and contribute to the success of Raytheon ELCAN.

What You Will Do

• Generate drawings and technical data packages to be released for manufacturing
• Design optomechanical systems using CAD (Autodesk Inventor)
• Perform FEA to assess environmental impacts such as thermal, shock and vibration (FEMAP and NX Nastran)
• Support legacy designs through change management system and maintaining drawing package
• Ensure design is in compliance with industry standards and stakeholder requirements
• Technical writing and presentations to support design reviews both internally and with external customers
• Support Internal Research and Development initiatives

Qualifications You Must Have

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field
• Ability to use CAD software to design and develop products.

Autodesk Inventor preferred:

• Proficient user in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Highly motivated with a demonstrated positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and acquire knowledge/understanding through study, instruction or experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Background in Physics, or experience in the field of optics
• Knowledge of FEA concepts and how to apply them using FEA software.

FEMAP and NX Nastran preferred:

• Experience in completing independent research and development activities

What We Offer

• Collaborative & innovative work environment
• Relocation Eligibility
• Signing Bonus
• Small town environment with urban comforts
• Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental coverage, disability benefits, a retirement savings program, and tuition assistance through RTX's Employee Scholar Program
• Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on position level

Salary Range: $65,000 CAD - $107,800 CAD

About Midland, Ontario

Raytheon ELCAN is located in Midland Ontario, a community known for its technological advancements. Midland offers a perfect blend of urban amenities and natural beauty nestled on the shores of Georgian Bay, making it an ideal place to work, grow, and belong.

Security Clearance Requirements

This position involves technologies regulated by the Canadian government's Controlled Goods Program and the Contract Security Program. In order to obtain the required security clearance, candidates must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada, have resided in Canada for a minimum of five consecutive years, and meet all other program requirements. Job offers will be conditional upon candidates undergoing a successful security screening per the Controlled Goods Regulations and the Contract Security Program.

Equal Employment and Accessibility

Raytheon ELCAN adheres to the principles of equal employment and welcomes applications from all qualified persons. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, Raytheon ELCAN will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process to any applicants with disabilities. If you require disability-related accommodations, please contact Human Resources.

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy 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.