Raytheon 2026 Opto-Mechanical Engineer II (Onsite)

RTX•Tucson, AZ

2d•$68,900 - $131,100•Onsite

About The Position

The Electro-Optics (EO) Department is seeking an Opto-Mechanical Engineer II to participate in the design, development, and integration of precision opto-mechanical subsystems supporting infrared and visible imaging systems. This role is critical to ensuring our EO hardware performs reliably in demanding environments and transitions successfully from development into production. You will collaborate across optics, structures, thermal, electronics, and systems engineering teams to develop robust mechanical architectures that enable high-performance imaging solutions.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) obtained prior to start.
Experience with 3D CAD tools (Creo preferred) including modeling and drawing creation as well as experience designing mechanical hardware for precision assemblies.
Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) per ANSI Y14.5.
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting infrared or visible imaging systems
Opto-mechanical design experience involving imagers, afocal assemblies, gimbals, or focus / field-of-view switching mechanisms
Experience leading a small cross-functional design team through full development lifecycle, including design reviews and hardware integration.
Experience performing or collaborating on Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
Experience supporting environmental qualification (vibration, shock, thermal)
Industry experience transitioning hardware from development to production
Active DoD security clearance

Responsibilities

Lead concept development, detailed design, and documentation of opto-mechanical assemblies using Creo (Pro/E)
Design precision structures, mounts, housings, and mechanisms supporting imaging sensors and optical assemblies
Perform tolerance analysis and apply GD&T (ANSI Y14.5) to ensure manufacturability and performance
Support structural and thermal analyses (including FEA) to validate designs
Participate in hardware integration, verification, and environmental test activities
Support transition to production, including supplier collaboration, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation
Deliver technically sound solutions within cost, schedule, and performance constraints