Principal Mechanical Engineer

RTX (Raytheon Technologies)

Goleta, California, United States
Base: $118,300 - $224,900 usd; bonus/equity: annua...
Hybrid
8+ years relevant engineering experience
Design electronics packaging solutions
Apply gd&t and asme drawing standards
This role serves as the mechanical technical authority for airborne RF and digital processor subsystems, leading hardware development from concept through production

Job Summary

  • This role serves as the mechanical technical authority for airborne RF and digital processor subsystems, leading hardware development from concept through production.
  • Candidates must ensure subsystem performance in demanding thermal and high-vibration environments while collaborating cross-functionally with Electrical, Systems, and Manufacturing teams.
  • The position offers a salary range of $118,300 to $224,900 USD along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching.

Matching Summary

This role serves as the mechanical technical authority for airborne RF and digital processor subsystems, leading hardware development from concept through production.

Salary

Base: $118,300 - $224,900 USD; Bonus/Equity: Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive programs available; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) match, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years relevant engineering experience
  • Design electronics packaging solutions
  • Apply GD&T and ASME drawing standards
  • Proficiency with Creo/Pro/Engineer 3D modeling
  • Support environmental qualification testing

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Electronic Warfare or radar systems
  • Background in thermal and structural analysis
  • Knowledge of CCA/PCB integration and harness design
  • Experience managing cost and schedule elements
  • Root cause investigation skills

Key Requirements

  • U.S. citizenship required for security clearance
  • Active DoD Secret security clearance required
  • STEM degree with 8+ years experience or advanced degree with 5+ years
  • Onsite work requirement in Goleta, CA

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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