Date Posted:

2026-08-19

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Remote

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

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 

Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Raytheon Mechanical Engineering (ME) Organization leads the mechanical hardware design, development and production of missile, radar, sonar, torpedo, and combat system equipment. The ME Team uses state-of the-art tools, processes, technology, and Raytheon’s Six Sigma principles. ME’s capabilities encompass a broad range of technical disciplines which include engineering, manufacturing, technical services, materials, processes, analysis, test, and documentation.

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.

The ADGE department is looking for a full-time Principal Mechanical Engineer – Patriot PAC-2 Canister Engineer which is responsible for Patriot PAC-2 GEM-T Missile Canister Assembly & Test.

This is a remote role.

What You Will Do

• Serve as one of the primary Raytheon engineering representatives to Patriot PAC-2 Missile Canister sites, working occasionally embedded in the sites
• Hands On "Working Lead" while on-site
• Willingness to travel frequently at times to the current Canister supplier in West Plains, MO and a future supplier Zahid in Jeddah, KSA
• Interface with other engineering disciplines, non-technical disciplines, and suppliers to develop design solutions and resolve technical challenges
• Work with limited supervision and meet commitments for assigned schedule, financial, and technical goals
• Support and participate in resolving issues and conduct trade studies to make sound technical decisions.
• Apply knowledge and experience in technical problem solving and hardware development in a fast paced, team environment
• A Creative Problem Solver
• Experienced in Supplier development

  

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 or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years’ experience.
• ​Experience in supplier support and development
• Experience using CREO CAD design and documentation tools
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word/Excel/Power Point/Project)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in International supplier support or development
• Advanced degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering, or hardware systems design
• Working knowledge of Military and Commercial Specifications
• Experience with the Patriot PAC-2 Canister design
• Reliability or failure analysis experience
• Ability to achieve results with a minimum of conflicts and within schedule
• Demonstrated team player, self-driven leader with excellent collaboration skills.
• Excellent communication, technical writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with PDM or similar product data management tool
• Familiarity with Configuration and Data Management

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.

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.

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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