**Date Posted:**
2025-12-05
**Country:**
United States of America
**Location:**
AZ201: RMS AP Bldg 801 1151 East Hermans Road Building 801, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA
**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:**
DoD Clearance: Secret
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 Electro-Optics Department within Raytheon Missiles & Defense is currently searching for an **_Opto-Mechanical Engineer II_** to work on a multi-discipline team to lead the design of opto-mechanical and EO subsystems using the CAD tool, Creo (Pro/E). Responsibilities include concept development, detailed design, analysis, integration and test, and support of transition to production efforts. Additional duties may include factory production line support in the areas of root cause and corrective action and problem resolution at various suppliers.
**What You Will Do:**
+ Candidate will work within a multi-disciplined team, as well as:
+ Work independently, with little supervision.
+ Develop a network and know when to use it to get help.
+ Ensure proper engineering discipline is applied to all designs.
+ Provide the best technical solution within cost and schedule constraints.
**Qualifications You Must Have:**
+ Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of related and applicable work experience in mechanical design and analysis
+ Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and 3D CAD tools (modeling and drawing) such as Creo
+ Experience with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) per ANSI Y14.5
+ The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance. US citizenship is required as only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
**Qualifications We Prefer:**
+ Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited curriculum
+ Experience in opto-mechanical design and analysis of imagers, afocals, gimbals, or focus and field-of-view switching mechanisms
+ Experience with Finite Element Analysis
+ Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills
+ Business acumen
+ Ability to travel to government and other facilities in support of program activities
+ Active DoD issued security clearance
+ Mechanical aptitude to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity
+ Good verbal and written communication skills
+ Industry related mechanical design and documentation experience
**What We Offer:**
Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
**_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 salary range for this role is 66,000 USD - 130,000 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._
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