RF Mechanical Engineer II

RTX • Columbia, MD

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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 Raytheon Subsystem Engineering and Photonics group is actively seeking an RF Mechanical Engineer II to join our group in Columbia, MD. The Subsystem Engineering and Photonics Group is a hands-on, multi-disciplinary engineering team that works to design, develop, and fabricate the next generation of RF and photonic communications systems. The RF Mechanical Engineer II will be responsible for supporting our design and testing efforts by working with the engineering team to develop functional prototype solutions in a CAD environment and then fabricate hardware to realize those solutions. The individual will also be responsible for creating fixturing to support R&D lab testing needs and troubleshooting of machinery and test equipment.

Requirements

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Minimum 2 years of engineering related experience in the area of mechanical design
• Experience in solid modeling tools such as CREO
• Experience in rapid prototyping and hardware integration

Nice To Haves

• Experience in antenna and/or electronics packaging.
• Experience working with optical fiber splicers
• Experience potting RF or Photonic systems
• Experience creating engineering drawings.
• Experience fabricating prototype designs.
• Experience working collaboratively in a multi-discipline team.
• Experience supporting lab operations.
• Self-motivated problem solver with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical resource to the organization
• Collaborate in a multi-discipline team setting to solve complex engineering problems
• Create 3D CAD models and engineering drawings for RF and Photonic products designs
• Develop prototype hardware designs and coordinating fabrication
• Perform hands on integration and test support for prototype hardware
• Hold design and drawing reviews with peers and subject matter experts
• Support lab operations by designing, fabricating, and troubleshooting test fixturing and equipment
• Supplier management for built to print or build to specification RF and Photonic products

Benefits

• Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees