Principal Mechanical Engineer - Romania

Date Posted: 2025-07-31 Country: United States of America Location: RMA99: RTN Remote, Massachusetts 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 Raytheon's Hardware Engineering Organization provides engineering design, integration and production to a wide range of hardware in Raytheon's Integrated Defense Systems (IDS). The organization also provides technical and manufacturing expertise to ensure supplier capability, capacity and requirements understanding, enabling risk mitigation across the supply base. Mitigation Team, responsible for: Supporting teams in the development of program material strategies Developing and documenting the risks and opportunities introduced by sourcing decisions Maintain schedule of deliverable hardware by ensuring suppliers are clear on Engineering and manufacturing requirements Developing and documenting recommended risk mitigation / opportunity capture activities Leading program teams through the execution of the Sourcing Risk Filter on the program's Bill of Material to identify / prioritize risks and develop a Supplier Assessment / Engagement Plan Mitigating technical and performance risk by leading requirements understanding engagements with the supply base Developing should-cost analyses and technical evaluations to support procurement activity This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. Except in rare circumstances, only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. This position is an international 2 year assignment with a year extension. This position is located in Romania with additional compensation emoluments. This position will require the individual to support all selected suppliers daily and complete work responsibilities onsite. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a bachelors degree with 8+ years of Hardware Engineering experience, including the design, build, and test of products Program leadership experience, with a demonstrated knowledge of business development and financial program management 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. Qualifications We Prefer Self-motivated with excellent oral and written communication skills (clear, concise, uses good judgment) Able to work closely with a cross functional team, with representatives from Engineering, Operations, Global Supply Chain Management, Quality, IPT Leadership, Program Management teams - can interact with a variety of types and rank of individuals Strong mechanical skills including drawing interpretation and good understanding of processes such as welding, plating and painting. Strong business acumen (demonstrated ability to consider what's good for the business) while working an assignment Prior Supplier Engineering Experience Prior Experience with Patriot Systems Supplier Development experience with focus on Manufacturing Readiness Depth of manufacturing knowledge in an applicable technology Supplier Management experience with demonstrated supplier problem resolution skills Able to build and maintain relationships quickly with co-workers and suppliers Fluent in Romanian International Experience What We Offer Self-motivated with excellent oral and written communication skills (clear, concise, uses good judgment) Able to work closely with a cross functional team, with representatives from Engineering, Operations, Global Supply Chain Management, Quality, IPT Leadership, Program Management teams - can interact with a variety of types and rank of individuals Strong mechanical skills including drawing interpretation and good understanding of processes such as welding, plating and painting. Strong business acumen (demonstrated ability to consider what's good for the business) while working an assignment Prior Supplier Engineering Experience Prior Experience with Patriot Systems Supplier Development experience with focus on Manufacturing Readiness Depth of manufacturing knowledge in an applicable technology Supplier Management experience with demonstrated supplier problem resolution skills Able to build and maintain relationships quickly with co-workers and suppliers Fluent in Romanian International Experience Learn More & Apply Now! RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA. What We Offer: Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care. 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 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.