Mechanical Design Engineer

• Tactical Radars

Job Details

Date Posted: 2026-02-09

Country: United States of America

Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WH ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING H BLDG

Position Role Type: Onsite

Salary Range: $68,900 USD - $131,100 USD

Security Clearance Requirements

• Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret
• Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required

About the Role

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.

The Tactical Radars and Effectors department within Raytheon Hardware Engineering supports the development, production, and deployment of multiple defense products including radars, missiles, command and control systems, and naval electronics. The products support US Government and international customers.

This position will be to support the Multi-Function RF System product line based in Mc Kinney, TX, and may require domestic and international travel to suppliers, Raytheon facilities, and customer sites. This position will be an onsite role.

What You Will Do

• Perform mechanical design, development, and documentation of components, sub-assemblies, for tactical radar systems and equipment in accordance with system requirements
• Support the factory and suppliers with product development, obsolescence, troubleshooting, domestically and internationally
• Interface with other engineering disciplines, non-technical disciplines, and suppliers to develop design solutions and resolve technical challenges
• Work with limited supervision and meet commitments for assigned schedule, financial, and technical goals
• Support and participate in design peer reviews, resolving action items, and conduct trade studies to make sound technical decisions
• Support technical data package updates and/or variances
• Work with First Article Inspection process (FAI), working alongside Quality engineers in support of that in addition to Raytheon Source Inspection (RSI)
• Utilize Raytheon hardware tools and processes

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience
• Advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for additional years of experience
• Experience with design, development, and production of mechanical equipment and/or hardware, preferably for use in Military environments
• Experience in the development, creation, release, and updates of mechanical technical data packages
• Experience in the review and interpretation of technical documentation in a production environment
• Experience with ANSI/ASME Y14.5 GD&T (Geometric Dimension and Tolerances) and tolerance analysis
• Experience with tolerance analysis
• 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

• Advanced degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering, or hardware systems design
• Experience with production environment for military products
• Experience working in a factory supporting development, low-rate as well as full-rate production of radar components and assemblies
• Working knowledge of Military and Commercial Specifications
• Demonstrated team player, self-driven leader with excellent collaboration skills
• Experience with CREO (Pro/E) or similar 3D solid modeling software
• Experience with PTC Windchill Product Data Management or equivalent configuration/data management software
• Strong technical writing and oral communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision

Additional Information

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.

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
• 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.

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.