Job Information
RTX Corporation Sr Mechanical Engr for RF Design & Prototyping in McKinney, Texas
Date Posted:
2024-03-25
Country:
United States of America
Location:
TX190: 2501 West University, McKinney 2501 West University , McKinney, TX, 75070 USA
Position Role Type:
Onsite
The Raytheon Specialty Aperture Mechanical Design Section is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for RF design and prototyping at our McKinney, TX location.
The candidate will reside within the Advanced EO & RF Mechanical Engineering Department and perform mechanical design, documentation, and prototype fabrication of Antennas, Radomes, Radio Frequency (RF) Sensors, and supporting electronics and sub-systems for early concept development programs.
Responsibilities Include:
The candidate will contribute to design concept development, mechanical modeling, mechanical RF design, and trade studies in addition to performing hardware fabrication. The candidate may be responsible for directing the work of small teams of mechanical engineers within a broader integrated product team (IPT) or leading small internal research and development (IRAD) projects.
The candidate will be responsible for developing technical solutions to a wide range of complex problems. The ideal candidate would have multi-year experience in the use of CREO modeling CAD software. The candidate will provide mechanical outlines, construction details, connector selection and specifications, and drawings for piece parts and assemblies.
The candidate is also expected to be experienced in the use of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Familiarity with ANSI drawing standards is required. The candidate will be also responsible for meeting cost, schedule, quality, and performance requirements for their work products. The candidate will work with limited supervision while exercising some latitude in defining the technical objectives of the assignment. The position will require frequent interaction with electrical engineers, program management, external personnel, and suppliers.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in the design and manufacturing of composite and radio frequency products for military and aerospace applications.
Ability to apply basic principles, theories, and concepts within the mechanical engineering field.
Extensive experience with and a strong desire to continue performing hands-on fabrication of test articles, components, and prototypes.
Experience with fabrication of polymer matrix composites for radome applications.
Experience with fabrication and application of radar absorbing materials.
Experience with precision machining and associated CNC equipment programming.
Knowledge of GD&T and ANSI drawing standards.
Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook).
Periodic travel, up to 25%, may be required as needed to support off-site activities.
U.S. Citizenship status is required, as this position requires an active U.S. Security Clearance.
Desired Qualifications:
Extensive solid modeling experience (preferably CREO).
Experience with testing of electronics to military environments (MIL-STD-810).
Finite element analysis (preferably Abaqus).
Excellent leadership skills and project management skills.
Strong presentation and communication skills.
Active U.S. Secret security clearance and special access clearable.
This position requires either a U.S. Person or a Non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required Export Authorization.
Required Education:
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
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.
Employee Referral Award Eligibility:
Only employees currently within RMD and RI&S have the potential to receive a Referral Award for submitting a referral to RMD and RI&S roles. ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the Referral Awarding.
The salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.