Principal Mechanical Engineer - Section Leader - Tewksbury, MA

Date Posted:

2025-06-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MA131: Tewksbury, MA Bldg 1 Assabet 50 Apple Hill Drive Assabet - Building 1, Tewksbury, MA, 01876 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

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

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 todays mission and stay ahead of tomorrows threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

The Raytheon Mechanical Engineering (ME) Organization leads the mechanical hardware design, development and production of radar, sonar, torpedo, and combat system equipment. The ME Team uses state-of the-art tools, processes, technology, and Raytheons CORE principles. MEs capabilities encompass a broad range of technical disciplines which include engineering, manufacturing, technical services, materials, processes, analysis, test, and documentation.

The Air Defense Ground Equipment (ADGE) Department leads mechanical design, development, and integration of platform systems. This includes shelter systems, hardware integration, cable & interconnections, as well as facility development, and site integration. The department is comprised of individuals with technical expertise and experience in hardware design, integration, and production support.

The ADGE department is looking for a full-time Principal Mechanical Engineer Section Lead, located in Tewksbury, MA.

This is an onsite role .

The Section Leader is responsible for management of the engineering staff supporting design and development of the Patriot BMC4I shelters major components and sub-assemblies, including obsolescence upgrades, procurement and supplier support.

They and their direct reports will support the design, equipment integration, major end item development, vendor support, and sustainment of the existing equipment.

The individual will support and lead multi-disciplined engineering teams and provide mechanical solutions and services across all program phases including proposal development. Areas of focus can encompass development of next generation Patriot BMC4I shelters, design development for existing shelter components and sub-assemblies, transition to production, product support, vendor oversight, and field upgrades.

What You Will Do

• Provide guidance on Raytheon expectations for design rigor, level of TDP & MDP documentation required, typical analysis approach, and other similar topics.

• Ensure the suppliers are successful in completing major design and production reviews on schedule.

• Represent Shelter section in PDR, CDR, including ensuring design is manufacturable for multiple new MEIs.

• Lead EAC review, proposal review and closely track and maintain the program schedule and cost.

• Mentor and train the new engineers by providing technical guidance and project support throughout the product life cycle.

• Work with shelter production team, suppliers and Raytheon subject matter experts as required to resolve any design and production issues.

• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, non-technical disciplines, and suppliers to develop robust design solutions and resolve technical challenges.

• Lead and participate in design peer reviews and conduct trade studies to promote sound technical decisions.

• Apply knowledge and experience in technical problem solving and hardware development in an engaged team environment.

• Experience with leading a team for Drawing generation, drawing release, and drawing change incorporation.

• Support the factory and suppliers with product integration domestically and internationally.

• Meet commitments for assigned schedule, financial, and technical goals.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical degree and 8 years of experience in a Mechanical Engineering role with minimum four (4) years designing and developing mechanical equipment, preferably for use in Military environments.

• Experience leading engineering teams with cost and schedule responsibility.

• Experience in mechanical design, development, material selection, and manufacturing processes.

• Experience with managing engineering budgets with Earned Value Management (EVMS), Estimate at Complete (EAC) process, supporting/leading proposals and/or Risk & Opportunity Management.

• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Mechanical design experience, including concept definition through detailed design and transition to production and production support.

• Experience in supporting or leading proposals.

• Familiarity with USG gate review process, having preferably been a previous hardware lead who participated in reviews

• Experience with Risk & Opportunity Management.

• Engineering project management experience with schedule and budget responsibility.

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.

• Relocation Eligible

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• 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.

• This position requires security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS) , an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here:

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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 candidates 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 companys 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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