Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer

Date Posted:

2026-04-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-315 315 Bob Heath Dr BOB HEATH

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 Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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 Mechanical Engineering (ME) organization leads in mechanical hardware design, development, as well as production using state-of the-art tools, processes, technology, and Six Sigma principles. ME’s capabilities encompass a broad range of technical disciplines which include engineering, manufacturing, technical services, materials, processes, analysis, test, and documentation.

The Shipboard Effectors Department is currently searching for an experienced Senior Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to work on a multi-discipline team in support of the production of Shipboard Effectors products and subsystems Huntsville, AL.

This position requires a strong, dynamic leader to serve as an Engineering Tech Lead supporting the Shipboard Effectors department. This leader will partner with OCE to ensure ‘technical conscience of the missile’ in Program/Customer engagement providing sound rationale, striving for root cause and corrective action in problem solving. Candidate will work closely with Integrated Product Team Leads/Program Managers to ensure that engineering requirements are defined, risks are managed, and schedules/budgets are met. Decisions must be data driven in nature and require preparing technical justification analysis reports as well as presenting to a variety of Engineering Review Boards. Experience with hardware integration and test, root cause and corrective action and failure investigation principles are strongly desired.

What You Will Do:

• Establish and manage product vision, strategy, and goals to align with multiple contracts and facilitate production line conflict resolution with respect to schedule and capacity
• Lead a team of multi-disciplined engineers in support of hardware production, test, and delivery of missile sub-sections and/or All Up Round
• Ensure technical integrity and engineering execution across the IPTs and other functions to meet cost, schedule, and technical requirements
• Drive positive change within the production environment as a key stakeholder in Failure Review Boards, FRACAS activities, obsolescence resolution, and other continuous improvement efforts

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
• Experience with Project Management as technical leader of large teams of engineers
• Extensive experience with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) per ANSI Y14.5
• Travel to suppliers and other Raytheon facilities as needed
• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Twelve (12) years of directly related work experience in mechanical design and/or production support
• Mechanical aptitude to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity
• Strong technical background with high technical aptitude
• Strong leadership skills and project management experience
• Strong verbal and written communications and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in teams or independently, flexible, demonstrates initiative
• Willingness to support tasks as experience allows relative to both design development and production support
• Proficient in Creo (modeling and drawing) and Windchill (PDM)
• Ability to travel to government and other facilities in support of program activities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point & Project)
• Demonstrated ability in technical leadership and execution (e.g. CE or PM)
• Active DoD issued security clearance.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

• Relocation Eligibility

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• 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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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