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Raytheon

Principal Mechanical Engineer

Raytheon, Goleta, California, us, 93116

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Overview

Raytheon is seeking a

Principal Mechanical Engineer

to lead new product development within the Electronic Warfare Mechanical Design Hardware Department. The section specializes in the design, integration, verification, and production of digital processor and RF receiver subsystems for airborne platforms. The candidate oversees the mechanical development supporting a variety of programs in Goleta, California. Key interfaces will be with other sections across the Department, other Engineering disciplines, as well as internal customers leading the supporting programs. Location

CA601: Goleta (EW) Bldg H01 6380 Hollister Avenue Building H01, Goleta, CA, 93117 USA Date Posted

2025-09-02 Position Type

Onsite Security Clearance

DoD Clearance: Secret. 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. What You Will Do

The Principal Engineer is a key technical contributor to the programs and products supported by the department. These activities may include designing RF systems for challenging thermal and high vibration environments. This candidate will lead programs as a Responsible Engineering Authority (REA) or Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL), and serves as a liaison to programs, ensuring program success along technical, cost and schedule parameters, as well as overseeing junior engineers’ job assignments and performance. This role also requires working knowledge of electronics packaging design and manufacturing, including thermal and structural design and analysis, electrical component design, construction and failure modes, printed wiring board and circuit card assembly processes and best practices, surface mount and through-hole component installation processes and failure modes, metal fabrication and finishing methods, RF isolation mechanical design, and environmental test methods and equipment. Candidate will also have working knowledge of electronics/processor systems design and development utilizing COTS/MOTS components and products. You must have the ability to provide technical guidance and mentor to the matrix team, deliver technical presentations, and establish customer relationships. The candidate should be a motivated self-starter with strong communication skills and the ability to maintain positive relationships with functional and program leadership. Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations. Minimum 8 years’ experience with Mechanical Design, Development and/or Implementation of Defense related Electronic Systems OR 5 years with an advanced degree. Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and ASME drawing and documentation standards and procedures. Experience with solid modeling with a minimum of three years of creating and documenting mechanical designs in Pro/Engineer/CREO or similar modeling tools. Qualifications We Prefer

Experience with EW/Radar Systems or RF Products Experience with Conformal Antenna Array Packaging Experience with managing budget and schedule (Earned Value Management (EVM)) Experience with design reviews including preparation of chart decks, design artifacts and presenting to customers Experience with electronics packaging, cabling and harness design, or printed wiring board designs and routing Experience with structural and thermal analysis using FEA Experience developing Basis of Estimate (BOEs) for proposals and providing proposal technical volume leadership Proficiency with Parts Management and Materials and Process Engineering COTS / MOTS Design and Development Experience executing root cause analysis and developing corrective actions Experience interfacing and communicating with customers regarding assessments of program performance What We Offer

RTX values: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. Relocation Eligibility 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. The application window is expected to close approximately 40 days from the posting date, subject to change. 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.

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