Mechanical Engineer I - (Production Support)

The Airborne Radar Design Department is currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer for the Subsystem & Power Products Engineering section in El Segundo, CA. The person in this position will be involved in electronics packaging design and production support for Airborne Radar Subsystems including AESA Antenna, Receiver, Exciter, Processor and Power Supply subsystems. Tasks will include mechanical engineering support throughout the hardware life cycle, including concept development, preliminary and detail design, selection of precision machining techniques, transition to production, production support and installation. Typical technologies include electronic enclosures, heat exchangers (coldwalls), machined components, RF microwave assemblies, and power converter units, often with challenging size, weight, power, and cost requirements. Early emphasis will be on production support of radar assembly and integration. This will include resolving production assembly issues on the lab floor, working with suppliers on manufacturing issues, documenting changes to the technical data package (TDP), and more.

What You Will Do

• Provide technical support on major airborne radar programs and interface with Lead Mechanical Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers and Chief Engineers to support design objectives.
• Resolve issues with subsystems found during assembly and integration. Also resolve issues with suppliers making subsystem parts.
• Update the technical data package (TDP) to document any needed changes discovered during issue resolution. Prepare documentation for Engineering Review Board (ERB) and Change Control Board (CCB). Make approved changes to TDP using Computer Aided Design tools
• Process Supplier Change Request Notifications (SCRNs) to determine if changes requested by supplier do not alter design intent of parts being manufactured., Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:
• 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.

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 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, * Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related (STEM) major obtained by start date.

• Experience with 3D solid modeling software.
• Experience with CREO

Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects

Qualifications We Prefer

• Proficiency with CREO or similar 3D solid modeling software.
• Exposure to RF principles, RF circuit card design, RF materials, manufacturing and producibility.
• Exposure to high-frequency environments, enclosure design, EMI shielding, and thermal management.
• Exposure to manufacturing processes for CCAs, metal housings, and brazements, or experience in manufacturing and assembly support.
• Strong technical background with high technical aptitude.
• Hands-on mechanical project experience.
• Possess an active security clearance
• Ability to travel as needed to work on production support
• Excellent Interpersonal and Multi-tasking Skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

The salary range for this role is 62,900 USD - 119,700 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.