2026 ADGE Senior Mechanical Engineer – On-Site

RTX•Tewksbury, MA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

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 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. We are currently seeking a motivated and driven Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Ground Equipment Design Team. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical expertise, mechanical hardware design experience, system integration skills, and a strong background in program execution and production support. Role is an On-Site role in Tewksbury or Andover, MA

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years’ experience.
Experience spanning the full product lifecycle—from concept and detailed design to production and support.
Experience in mechanical design, materials, manufacturing processes, or related areas.
Experience with CAD tools and product data management (PDM) systems.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Willingness to travel up to 10%, including internationally.
Communication & Leadership: Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills; strong leadership, collaboration, and mentoring abilities.
Standards & Specifications: Familiarity with military and commercial specifications; knowledge of configuration control and change management processes.
Electronic Packaging & Design: Experience in electronic packaging design and development, including subsystems, modules, CCAs, PWBs, and interconnects supporting RF, digital, and power systems.
Mechanical & Electromechanical Skills: Design, fabrication, and integration of electronic assemblies, shelters, racks, power distribution units; electromechanical troubleshooting; machined parts and CNC manufacturing; welded structure design and fabrication; structural design and/or analysis; Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5.
Software & Tools: Proficient in Creo CAD tools, Windchill PDM, ECAD development processes, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
Interconnects & Manufacturing: Skilled in interconnects, cables, and harnesses; experience with modern manufacturing systems and reliability/failure analysis.
Project & Technical Management: Proven ability to manage complexity and deliver innovative, practical solutions on time and within budget; demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
Professional Growth & Business Acumen: Eagerness to learn and take on new technical challenges; familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVMS), Estimate at Complete (EAC), and Risk & Opportunity Management.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and document components, sub-assemblies, and major end items for defense systems in accordance with system requirements.
Serve as the technical focal point on small mechanical or cross-functional engineering teams within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment.
Provide support for product integration efforts in both domestic and international factory and supplier locations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including other engineering disciplines, operations, supply chain, quality, and external suppliers to resolve technical challenges and develop effective design solutions.
Independently manage tasks and deliver on schedule, budget, and technical goals.
Participate in design reviews and conduct trade studies to support informed, sound engineering decisions.
Apply expertise in mechanical problem-solving and hardware development in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.