Date Posted:2026-07-30
Country:United States of America
Location:US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB1 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ ASSABET BLDG
Position Role Type:Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: 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
Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret
Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1
Department Overview:
The Air Defense Ground Equipment Mechanical Design Department is responsible for the mechanical design, development, and integration of critical defense platform systems.
This includes radar and communications shelters, electronic subsystems, launchers, hardware integration, and system interconnects.
Role is an
On-Site role in Tewksbury, MA/Andover, MA
What You Will Do
- Lead execution of major programs and mid- to large-scale cross-functional engineering teams across all development phases
- Serve as SME and technical liaison to programs/IPTs, ensuring stakeholder alignment
- Oversee technical performance of design teams and provide lifecycle engineering guidance
- Lead proposal efforts, EAC activities, and manage schedule, cost, and technical commitments
- Drive TDP development, peer reviews, and hardware engineering process improvements
- Perform complex mechanical design, development, and documentation for defense systems
- Support product integration with domestic/international factories and suppliers
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, Chief Engineers, and suppliers to deliver robust, production-ready solutions
Qualifications You Must Have
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years' experience.
- Mechanical equipment design and development experience, preferably in defense/military environments
- Proven engineering team leadership with accountability for cost, schedule, and technical performance; project budgeting and scheduling experience
- Prior Experience collaborating within Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and cross-functional organizations, including customer engagement
- Experience with hands-on mechanical design, from trade studies and concept development through production transition and supplier support
- Experience conducting RCCA, driving cost reduction initiatives, and producing technical documentation/white papers
- Broad expertise in mechanical design, materials, manufacturing processes, CAD, and PDM systems
- The ability to travel domestically and internationally
Qualifications We Prefer
- Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related hardware systems field
- Electronic packaging design experience (subsystems, modules, CCAs, PWBs, interconnects for RF/digital/power)
- Design, fabrication, and integration of electronic assemblies, shelters, racks, and PDUs
- Knowledge of military/commercial specifications and ASME Y14.5 GD&T
- Experience with ECAD processes, interconnects, cables/harnesses, and material selection/finishes
- Proficiency in Creo CAD, Windchill PDM (or similar), and configuration/change management
- Skilled in Microsoft Office with strong communication and technical writing abilities
- Self-driven team player able to manage multiple priorities and travel as needed
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
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- 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. Role is an On-Site role in Tewksbury or Andover, MA
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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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.
