Mechanical Engineer I - Test Equipment

RTX•Tucson, AZ

2d•$62,900 - $119,700•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Engineer will design and develop mechanical solutions for advanced test systems as part of the Test Solutions Engineering team in the Hardware Discipline Center. The team provides test solutions that support weapon system products throughout their lifecycle, including engineering development, production, field operations, and long-term sustainment. The role contributes to all phases of the mechanical design lifecycle, from concept development and CAD modeling through prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting. This is an onsite position in Tucson, Arizona.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
Experience using computer-aided design (CAD) software, such as CREO or equivalent.
Experience with mechanical hardware documentation or drawing standards.
Active and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance required prior to start date; U.S. citizenship is required for eligibility.
Ability to obtain an interim U.S. government-issued security clearance prior to start date.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Model Based Engineering (MBE) or Model Based Design (MBD).
Previous experience in a production or aerospace testing environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applied to mechanical malfunctions.
Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, cross-functional team environment.

Responsibilities

Research, plan, and design mechanical test systems for vibration, thermal, hydraulic, radio frequency, and electro-optical environments.
Integrate and validate test systems against stringent accuracy and reliability requirements.
Evaluate production installations and recommend design modifications to eliminate malfunctions.
Develop mechanical solutions that support the full product lifecycle, from development to sustainment.
Use CAD solid modeling tools to create detailed design drawing packages.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Parental leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage; payments are not guaranteed.