Principal Mechanical Engineer - Hardware Lead

Date Posted:
2026-01-22
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-AZ-TUCSON-928 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ MULTI PURPOSE FAC 928
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: Top Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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 Advanced Airframes Department within Raytheon Hardware Engineering provides Mechanical Engineering support to develop solutions for products across the Raytheon portfolio. Our core mechanical engineering responsibilities include requirements/conceptual development, design, integration, and test support. We partner with several Mechanical Product Team departments to provide full system solutions.

For an integration and demonstration effort, the Advanced Airframes Department is seeking a Principal Team Lead with experience in mechanical design, team leadership, Earned Value Management, hardware integration, and flight test support. Additionally, the individual will support a parallel development/fabrication contract as the deputy Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL) to assist the IPTL in providing both technical guidance and supervision in meeting project commitments during the development phase.

What You Will Do

• Assist the development-phase IPTL with the execution of the Mechanical development effort by leading a team of engineers to design, develop, integrate, and test mechanical hardware within the Advanced Technologies area
• In parallel with the above role, for a related integration and demonstration contract, lead the cross-discipline (Avionics, Sensor, Mechanical) hardware team's contributions through planning and execution of the hardware team's contribution to this phase
• Work independently, under limited supervision, and act in a project leadership role, often requires the ability to delegate and review the work of others.
• Own the Earn Value Management System (EVMS) and Cost Account Management (CAM) for several accounts across multiple contracts
• Assist with the management of mechanical risk and opportunities
• Support failure investigations as required
• Work environment is primarily in an office, but may include occasional travel, labs, and field work
• Assignments may include presenting to team members, peers, management, and government customers
• Collaborate with both Functional and Program higher level management.
• Collaborate with Customer and Suppliers

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a bachelor's in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 7 years of prior relevant experience
• 7 years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Mechanical product and/or subassembly design, integration, and/or production support
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in Earned Value Management (EVMS) and Cost Account Management (CAM) of full EVM (IMS baselining, Baseline Change Requests, Variance Narratives, etc.)
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret security clearance is required prior to start date.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degrees in engineering, mathematics, physics, or related engineering degree.
• 8+ years of professional experience in hardware design, development, and or test of defense-related components or systems
• Bachelor of Science or master's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
• 2+ Years of experience as a CAM
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and drawing practices and interpretation for mechanical hardware
• Proposal Experience including writing Basis of Estimates (BOE's) and providing material estimating inputs
• Experience Managing Suppliers
• Highly self-motivated individual that can perform multidiscipline work
• Able to network / influence outside of the Department with other design and production support organizations, program leadership, other engineering disciplines and Manufacturing organizations.
• Interpersonal skills with the ability to interact positively with peers, suppliers, management, and customers in a production environment.
• Experience working with missiles or similar systems, particularly in the Alternative Missions and Space environment
• Experience leading teams and managing resources (cost, people, and schedule) and delegating tasks and holding others accountable, with or without Earned Value Management (EVM) experience
• Experience with effective communication (written and verbal) during collaboration with others to document design decisions and results, to perform trade studies, and to communicate to program leadership and customers through presentations and reports.
• Demonstrated collaboration with cross-disciplined teams, using trust, respect, and innovation to drive results towards a shared vision.
• Experience working with quick-turn fabrication houses to develop mass mockup hardware

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

• Relocation Eligibility

Learn More & Apply Now! (Optional)

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.

Privacy Policy and Terms:

Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms