
location_onSun Station Post Office, East Speedway Boulevard, Sam Hughes, Tucson, Pima County, Arizona, 85724, United States
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 Analysis and Test (MA&T) Department is responsible for ensuring structural and thermal design robustness across the Raytheon portfolio of products. From preliminary concepts to fielded weapon system support, MA&T delivers innovative structural and thermal engineering solutions utilizing methods ranging from classical fundamental & empirically based techniques to state-of-the-art finite element methods. These are complemented and validated by tests executed in a manner to ensure cost-effective yet technically balanced solutions.
Raytheon is seeking an experienced Senior Principal Structural Engineer to join the Mechanical Analysis and Test Department. In this role, you will act as a technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) to help define and develop the MA&T department's technical processes and tools. You will be responsible for detailed structural analysis and testing to support all phases of programs, including development and production.
You will work under general direction to define the scope and level of analysis or testing required to meet objectives. Your work will span the spectrum from classical hand calculations to detailed analyses requiring finite element analysis software, and from coupon-level material characterization to subsystem and system-level design verification. As a recognized technical leader, you will be accountable for your individual work within agreed-upon cost and schedule constraints, presenting your work for peer reviews and serving as a reviewer for other engineers' work. Your customers will include internal personnel, programs, and external Government personnel.
Please consider the role type definition as you apply: this position is Onsite, meaning employees will work primarily onsite 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 attend select 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.
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.
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.
Work model: On-site
Sun Station Post Office, East Speedway Boulevard, Sam Hughes, Tucson, Pima County, Arizona, 85724, United States
Tucson, Arizona
Experience in industry standard structural analysis. Understanding of mechanical principles to solve classical structural analysis both inside and outside finite element tools. Ability to work in a collaborative, team-based environment and independently. Experience contributing to technical discussions and demonstrating strong interpersonal skills working in a team environment. 15+ years of professional experience in the structural analysis of complex systems that require collaboration of multiple engineering disciplines. Experience in structural testing including planning, organization, execution, data reduction, and correlation. Experience designing or analyzing mechanical joints for composite materials in high temperature environments. Experience using Digital Image Correlation (DIC) software and practices. Experience using fracture modeling techniques for composite materials (VCCT, CZM). Experience with test planning to evaluate structures designed for high temperature environments. Experience with environmental barrier coatings applied to CMCs. Experience with dynamic shock and vibration analysis. Experience with solid modeling CAD tools such as CREO or equivalent. Experience with MATLAB. Experience presenting to external customers. Ability to travel to government and other facilities in support of program activities. Advanced degree in aforementioned disciplines. ABET accreditation. High temperature materials experience for hypersonics as well as Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMC) experience and knowledge.
Raytheon • Tucson, Arizona
Raytheon • Tucson, Arizona
California Center for the Arts, Escondido • Escondido, California
Raytheon, a division of RTX, develops advanced defense technologies for aerospace, cybersecurity, and space exploration. Based in Arlington, VA, the company focuses on integrated air and missile defense systems, next-generation sensor technologies, hypersonic capabilities, and secure digital infrastructure. Operating within the defense and space manufacturing sector, Raytheon delivers solutions designed to enhance national security and operational efficiency. Its expertise spans both terrestrial and orbital domains, supporting military and government agencies with cutting-edge tools to address evolving threats. The company emphasizes innovation in engineering and strategic partnerships to advance defense readiness globally.
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Experience
10+ yrs (Lead)
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Full-Time
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