Date Posted:
2026-06-26
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-R01 ~ 2000 E Imperial Hwy ~ BLDG R01
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 Airborne Radar Design Department is currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer for the Subsystem & Power Products Engineering section in El Segundo, CA. The person in this position will be involved in electronics packaging design for Airborne Radar Subsystems including AESA Antenna, Receiver, Exciter, Processor and Power Supply subsystems. Tasks will include mechanical engineering support throughout the hardware life cycle, including concept development, preliminary and detail design, familiarity with precision machining techniques, transition to production, production support and installation. Typical technologies include electronic enclosures, thermal heat exchangers (coldwalls), machined components, RF microwave assemblies, and power converter units, all with challenging design constraints including Size, Weight, Power, and design to Cost. The initial assignment will likely focus on the engineering Production Support of an airborne military radar.

What You Will Do

• The candidate will provide technical support on major programs and interface with Lead Mechanical Engineers and Chief Engineers to support design objectives.
• The candidate will frequently lead small teams through design development and will be expected to ensure that the established procedures are followed in the creation of technical data packages while meeting all program design objectives.
• Provide support to suppliers who are fabricating components and assemblies.
• This position requires strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to maintain positive relationships & satisfaction with leadership (Engineering and Program Management).

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) degree or a minimum of 3+ years' prior relevant experience
• Experience with CREO or similar 3D solid modeling software.
• Experience with mechanical design, development, documentation, fabrication, assembly, and test/delivery of military electronic products
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Broad based hardware engineering background.
• Excellent Interpersonal and Multi-tasking Skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, including as a leader of small teams. Shall be able to work to a budget and schedule and provide status.
• Prior experience in Defense or Aerospace
• Exposure to RF principles, RF circuit card design, RF materials, manufacturing and producibility.

What We Offer

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Learn More & Apply Now!

This position requires security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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 75,800 USD - 144,200 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.