Job Description

Date Posted:

2025-04-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MA131: Tewksbury, MA Bldg 1 Assabet 50 Apple Hill Drive Assabet - Building 1, Tewksbury, MA, 01876 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Security Clearance:

Classified

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

The Radar Mechanical Design Department leads mechanical design, development, and integration of some of the most innovative land-based and shipboard radars in the world. This includes phased array radar systems, electronic modules, pedestals, and power and cooling systems. The department comprises individuals with technical expertise and experience in hardware design, integration, and production support.

We are looking to staff the AN/TPY-2 program with a Senior Mechanical Engineer in support of sustainment activities and Contractor Logistics Support (CLS). The AN/TPY-2 is the world’s most advanced mobile radar system. The TPY radar is a multi-functional X-band radar which may be deployed globally in either terminal or forward-based mode. Numerous TPY radar systems are currently deployed around the world and are an integral part of the U.S. Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS). This can include design and technical data package support to task order changes, obsolescence, upgrades and capabilities.

The role is primarily based out of Tewksbury, MA and may require travel to the Andover manufacturing facilities for team engagement and hardware assessments. There is potential travel to all off site and/or foreign AN/TPY-2 tactical locations, often with minimal response time.

This position is onsite and can either be in Tewksbury, MA or Woburn, MA

What You Will Do:

• Provide design and hardware support of the AN/TPY-2 system

• Provide support of the AN/TPY-2 system for upgrades, including TDP alignment and potentially hands-on integration. in all states and modes of preventative & corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of the radar.

• Work with a senior team to retain a mission ready focus and always maintain a deployable status.

• Provide technical conscience, challenged with making sure the product and process meet appropriate standards and requirements

• Support and participate in design peer reviews, closing action items, resolving issues, and conduct trade studies to make sound technical decisions.

• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure team members are aligned and aware of team goals and potential obstacles. Lead retrospectives to discuss what went well, what could be improved, and identify actionable improvements using methods within and beyond the Customer-Oriented Results and Excellence (CORE) system.

• Engage in program proposal activity and Estimate at Completions (EAC) responsibility

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience. In absence of a degree, 9+ years of experience. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for additional years of experience

• 3 years minimum experience in designing and developing mechanical equipment, preferably for use in Military environments.

• Experience with phase array structures, hardware packaging, and array integration for military or mechanical or commercial applications

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with the AN/TPY-2 Radar System and/or Missile Defense programs

• Proven mechanical design ability in a production environment

• Detail orientated and demonstrated ability to effectively work in cross-functional a team environment

• Strong technical aptitude.

• Must be able to handle high-stress situations well.

• Experience with CREO (Pro/E) or similar 3D solid modeling software

• Experience with PTC Windchill Product Data Management or equivalent configuration/data management software

• Must possess strong technical writing and oral communication skills.

• Must be able to work autonomously with minimal supervision.

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.

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• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. 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.

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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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