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Raytheon · 2 hours ago

Principal Mechanical Engineer

Raytheon is a leader in aerospace and defense, known for its innovative radar systems. They are seeking an experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical teams in the design and development of advanced radar systems, overseeing all phases of the product life cycle from concept to production.

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Responsibilities

Utilizing strong mechanical hardware design experience and knowledge with ruggedized structures, interconnects, cooling, and array integration
Supporting all phases of programs from capture and concept development through production
Developing technical solutions to a wide range of complex problems related to the entire product life cycle including proposal, design, manufacture, integration and test of phase array radars/electronics for multiple military programs
Supervising the definitions of mechanical outline and construction details, component selection and specification, mechanical and assembly drawings, electrical/RF layout, and delivering the final technical data package
Employing transition-to-production practices with the ability to lead a design release into production
Tracking, reporting, and meeting cost, schedule, quality, and performance requirements for the finished product, including Earned Value (EV) management and Estimate at Complete (EAC) inputs
Preparing proposal inputs on behalf of the product area
Providing technical conscience, challenged with making sure the product and process meet appropriate standards and requirements while helping to remove roadblocks
Working with minimal direction or supervision, while exercising considerable latitude in determining the technical objectives of the assignment while meeting cost, schedule, quality, and performance requirements for the finished product
Leading a small team of mechanical engineers when required
Interacting frequently with senior personnel, occasionally including external customers, on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations

Qualification

Radar architecture designMechanical hardware designGD&T expertiseCREO (Pro/E) proficiencyMilitary standards designMicrosoft OfficeProject managementLeadership skillsTechnical communication

Required

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience
A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in the design of radar architecture or electronics packaging for military or aerospace or commercial applications
Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerances)
The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Preferred

Experience with ANSI drawing standards and/or first order or structural analysis techniques
Experience with design to military standards
Strong technical background with high technical aptitude
Strong leadership skills and project management, sub contract management experience
Experience with CREO (Pro/E) or similar 3D solid modeling software
Cognizant of machine suppliers' capabilities or have direct experience in a manufacturing and assembly support role for producibility
Familiarity with the design and manufacturing processes of CCAs, mechanical/RF components, metal housings, structures, and electronics assemblies
Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Very strong verbal and written communications and interpersonal skills when working with team members and customers
Advanced degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace Engineering

Benefits

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
Holidays

Company

Raytheon

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Raytheon, an RTX business, creates next-generation defense solutions that are smarter, faster and better than previously thought possible.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$16M
Key Investors
United States Air Force
2012-01-17Series Unknown· $5.5M
2009-10-26Acquired
2009-10-01Series Unknown· $10.5M

Leadership Team

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Arunava Chatterjee
Executive Director of Ghost Black Operations & CEO & CTO
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Kieran Nolan
Chief Enterprise Architect / IT CTO
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