Raytheon Technologies

Mechanical Engineer I - Structural Analysis

Raytheon Technologies$57K — $108K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM major obtained by start date.
  • Experience with tools like PATRAN, NASTRAN, ANSYS, ABAQUS or equivalent software.

Responsibilities

  • Perform hand calculations to inform higher order analyses.
  • Conduct detailed structural analyses to address design challenges.
  • Create test plans to validate analyses and ensure hardware compliance.
  • Analyze test data for model validation and mechanical load generation.
  • Collaborate with experienced analysts on moderately complex problems under cost and schedule constraints.
  • Coordinate technical peer reviews to ensure work accuracy.
  • Present findings to internal stakeholders and external customers.

Benefits

  • Relocation eligible assistance.
  • Access to an employee assistance program.
  • Participation in the Employee Scholar Program for further education.
  • Flexible work schedules with potential for remote work options.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Full Job Description
Date Posted:
2026-08-16
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA1 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 1
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

The Mechanical Analysis and Test (MA&T) Department is responsible for ensuring 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 utilizing methods ranging from classical fundamental & empirically based techniques to state-of-the-art finite element methods leveraging industry leading commercial tools; all complimented and validated by tests executed in a manner to ensure cost effective yet technically balanced solutions.

Raytheon is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to join the MA&T Department. In this role you will get the opportunity to work on products throughout their lifecycle from initial design trade studies and proposals through qualification testing to enduring production support. Entry level engineers will join and learn from a team of 200+ engineers working in all areas of structural engineering, and can expect a wide variety of assignments, from classical stress analyses to cutting edge computer aided analysis methodologies and field test support at locations around the world. This posting is for an onsite position in Marlborough, MA.

What You Will Do
  • Perform hand calculations and determine requirements for higher order detailed analysis
  • Perform detailed structural analyses to solve various program structural design challenges
  • Generate test plans required to validate analyses and verify hardware compliance to requirements
  • Analyze test data to validate and correlate models, and/or generate mechanical loads and environments
  • Work with experienced analysts on problems of moderate complexity to provide the answers needed under program cost and schedule constraints
  • Coordinate and lead technical peer reviews ensuring the technical accuracy of work product
  • Present results to internal stakeholders and external customers
  • Generate detailed, archival technical reports


What You Will Learn
  • How to work as part of an Integrated Product Team, collaborating with other engineering disciplines to solve challenging technical problems for our customers
  • How structural engineering is conducted in an innovative industry setting, through comprehensive department-sponsored training and mentoring from senior staff


Qualifications You Must Have
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related (STEM) major obtained by start date.
  • Experience with one of the following tools: PATRAN, NASTRAN, ANSYS, ABAQUS or equivalent software


Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects

Qualifications We Prefer
  • Experience with solid modeling CAD tool such as CREO or equivalent
  • Experience with Matlab
  • Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written
  • Structural test and instrumentation experience
  • Ability to travel to government and other facilities in support of program activities
  • Advanced degree in aforementioned disciplines. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

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


Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:
  • 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 57,200 USD - 108,800 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.

About Raytheon Technologies

Raytheon Solipsys, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Raytheon Company, is an industry leader in the development of integrated Command and Control (C2) Network-Centric solutions for the Domestic and International DoD and Homeland Security. Through proven systems and software engineering practices, built on the invention and application of innovative technologies, they deliver the C2 infrastructure necessary to effectively control security/military forces in any environment. Their reliable solutions assure information superiority, increased shared awareness, deep sensor reach, aircraft control, air defense, disaster management, and time-critical decision making.

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Join the innovative world of Raytheon Technologies, a leader in aerospace and defense, where we offer unparalleled job opportunities in an environment that champions diversity, leadership, and professional growth.

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At Raytheon Technologies, you’ll be part of a company that values innovation and leadership. Our team is dedicated to solving some of the most complex challenges in aerospace and defense, making significant impacts worldwide. With a culture that fosters diversity and inclusion, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry.

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Whether you’re starting your career or looking to advance, Raytheon Technologies offers a range of employment and internship opportunities that can help you achieve your professional goals. Our internships provide a solid foundation of skills and experiences, while our full-time positions offer a path to personal and professional growth within the company.

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14,771 employees
Market Cap
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Founded
1922
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