Mechanical Engineer II - Structural Engineer

Position Overview

The Mechanical Analysis and Test (MA&T) Department of Raytheon seeks an early‑career Structural Engineer to perform detailed structural analyses and support qualification testing of life‑support systems and weapon systems at 1151 E Hermans Rd, Tucson, AZ. The role is onsite and requires a U.S. government issued security clearance (Secret or higher) and U.S. citizenship.

• Perform detailed structural analyses for programs from preliminary trade studies to production support.
• Generate test plans to validate analyses and verify hardware compliance with customer requirements.
• Analyze test data to validate models, generate mechanical loads and environments.
• Work with analysts on moderate‑complexity problems under cost and schedule constraints.
• Coordinate and lead technical peer reviews ensuring technical accuracy.
• Present results to internal stakeholders and external customers.
• Generate detailed, archival technical reports.
• Travel to test sites for test support or design discussions.

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) or advanced degree with equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience; advanced degree may substitute for experience.
• Experience in structural analysis using PATRAN, NASTRAN, ANSYS, ABAQUS, or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of mechanical principles for classical structural problems.
• Solid modeling CAD experience (e.g., CREO).
• Experience with Matlab.
• Experience planning, organizing, and executing structural testing and data reduction.
• Strong communication skills and ability to present to external customers.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently.
• U.S. citizenship and active, transferable government security clearance.
• Preferred: 5+ years of professional experience in stress/structural analysis.
• Preferred: ABET accreditation or related advanced degree.

We offer a comprehensive total‑rewards package that includes healthcare, wellness, retirement benefits, flexible work schedules, paid time off, parental leave (including paternal), achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.

$68,900 – $131,100 USD, depending on experience.

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, veteran status, or any other 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.

1151 E Hermans Rd, Building
805, Tucson, AZ.