Mechanical Engineer - Test Equipment

Job Details

Date Posted:  Country:
United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-805 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 805 Position Role Type:
Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance:
Secret Security Clearance Status:
Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference  Test Solutions Engineering team, part of the Hardware Discipline Center, specializes in delivering innovative solutions for our products.

These test solutions are pivotal in supporting the lifecycle of weapon system products, from engineering development and production environments to field operations and long-term sustainment. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a key role in designing and developing mechanical solutions for advanced test systems. This hands‑on opportunity involves conceptualizing, designing, and implementing mechanical systems that integrate with state‑of‑the‑art technologies.

You will contribute to all phases of the mechanical design lifecycle, from initial concept and CAD modeling to prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting, gaining valuable experience in a collaborative and forward‑thinking environment.

• 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
• Utilize CAD solid modeling tools to create detailed design drawing package

• You Must Have 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

• 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

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value:
Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Relocation Eligibility

Onsite:
Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work 100% onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 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…