Raytheon
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Structural Engineer
Raytheon, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
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. The Mechanical Analysis and Test (MA&T) Department ensures structural and thermal design robustness across the Raytheon portfolio of products. From preliminary concepts to fielded weapon system support, MA&T delivers innovative structural and thermal engineering solutions using classical techniques and state‑of‑the‑art finite element methods validated by tests.
What You Will Do
Perform detailed structural analyses to support all phases of programs
Generate test plans required to validate analyses and verify hardware compliance to customer requirements
Analyze test data to validate and correlate models, and/or generate mechanical loads and environments
Work with limited oversight on complex problems to provide the answers needed under program cost and schedule constraints
Coordinate and lead technical peer reviews ensuring the technical accuracy of work product as well as acting as a reviewer for others work products
Present results to internal stakeholders and external customers
Generate detailed, archival technical reports
Travel to test sites to support test or design discussion
Act as a technical leader and lead teams to meet program milestones
Qualifications You Must Have
Bachelor in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience (9+ years if no degree). An advanced degree may substitute for additional experience.
Experience in structural analysis (PATRAN, NASTRAN, ANSYS, ABAQUS or equivalent).
U.S. citizenship required and an active, transferable U.S. government‑issued security clearance (Secret).
Qualifications We Prefer
Working knowledge of mechanical principles to solve classical structural engineering problems inside and outside of software tools
Ability to work in a collaborative, team‑based environment and independently
8+ years of professional experience in the structural analysis of complex systems requiring collaboration across engineering disciplines
Experience in structural testing: planning, organization, execution, data reduction and correlation
Experience with dynamic shock and vibration analysis
Experience with solid modeling CAD tool such as CREO or equivalent
Experience with Matlab
Experience leading teams and strong interpersonal skills
Experience presenting to external customers
Ability to travel to government and other facilities in support of program activities
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.
Competitive salary range: $82,000 - $164,000 USD. RTX considers factors such as role, function, experience, location and key skills.
Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and 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 depend on business unit and collective‑bargaining agreement.
Annual incentive compensation programs depending on level and collective‑bargaining agreement.
U.S.‑based role; pay structure for U.S. territories applies.
Application window closing approximately 40 days from posting date.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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.
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What You Will Do
Perform detailed structural analyses to support all phases of programs
Generate test plans required to validate analyses and verify hardware compliance to customer requirements
Analyze test data to validate and correlate models, and/or generate mechanical loads and environments
Work with limited oversight on complex problems to provide the answers needed under program cost and schedule constraints
Coordinate and lead technical peer reviews ensuring the technical accuracy of work product as well as acting as a reviewer for others work products
Present results to internal stakeholders and external customers
Generate detailed, archival technical reports
Travel to test sites to support test or design discussion
Act as a technical leader and lead teams to meet program milestones
Qualifications You Must Have
Bachelor in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience (9+ years if no degree). An advanced degree may substitute for additional experience.
Experience in structural analysis (PATRAN, NASTRAN, ANSYS, ABAQUS or equivalent).
U.S. citizenship required and an active, transferable U.S. government‑issued security clearance (Secret).
Qualifications We Prefer
Working knowledge of mechanical principles to solve classical structural engineering problems inside and outside of software tools
Ability to work in a collaborative, team‑based environment and independently
8+ years of professional experience in the structural analysis of complex systems requiring collaboration across engineering disciplines
Experience in structural testing: planning, organization, execution, data reduction and correlation
Experience with dynamic shock and vibration analysis
Experience with solid modeling CAD tool such as CREO or equivalent
Experience with Matlab
Experience leading teams and strong interpersonal skills
Experience presenting to external customers
Ability to travel to government and other facilities in support of program activities
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.
Competitive salary range: $82,000 - $164,000 USD. RTX considers factors such as role, function, experience, location and key skills.
Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and 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 depend on business unit and collective‑bargaining agreement.
Annual incentive compensation programs depending on level and collective‑bargaining agreement.
U.S.‑based role; pay structure for U.S. territories applies.
Application window closing approximately 40 days from posting date.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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
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