Job Description

Date Posted:

2026-03-23

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MD-COLUMBIA-720 ~ 9861 Broken Land Pkwy ~ BBN COLUMBIA, Ste 400

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: Top Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

The Raytheon Subsystem Engineering and Photonics group is actively seeking an RF Mechanical Engineer II to join our group in Columbia, MD. The Subsystem Engineering and Photonics Group is a hands-on, multi-disciplinary engineering team that works to design, develop, and fabricate the next generation of RF and photonic communications systems. The RF Mechanical Engineer II will be responsible for supporting our design and testing efforts by working with the engineering team to develop functional prototype solutions in a CAD environment and then fabricate hardware to realize those solutions. The individual will also be responsible for creating fixturing to support R&D lab testing needs and troubleshooting of machinery and test equipment.

What You Will Do

• Serve as a technical resource to the organization

• Collaborate in a multi-discipline team setting to solve complex engineering problems

• Create 3D CAD models and engineering drawings for RF and Photonic products designs

• Develop prototype hardware designs and coordinating fabrication

• Perform hands on integration and test support for prototype hardware

• Hold design and drawing reviews with peers and subject matter experts

• Support lab operations by designing, fabricating, and troubleshooting test fixturing and equipment

• Supplier management for built to print or build to specification RF and Photonic products

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.

• Minimum 2 years of engineering related experience in the area of mechanical design

• Experience in solid modeling tools such as CREO

• Experience in rapid prototyping and hardware integration

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in antenna and/or electronics packaging.

• Experience working with optical fiber splicers

• Experience potting RF or Photonic systems

• Experience creating engineering drawings.

• Experience fabricating prototype designs.

• Experience working collaboratively in a multi-discipline team.

• Experience supporting lab operations.

• Self-motivated problem solver with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment

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 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.

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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