LTAMDS Array Integrated Structure Product Lead with Security Clearance

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Job description

Job Summary: The Radar Mechanical Design Department leads mechanical design, development, and integration of some of the most innovative land-based and shipboard radars in the world. This includes phased array radar systems, electronic modules, pedestals, and power and cooling systems. The department comprises individuals with technical expertise and experience in hardware design, integration, and production support. The Radar Mechanical Design Department is seeking a Principal Engineer to serve as the LTAMDS (Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor) Array Integrated Structure Product Lead. LTAMDS is a recent Raytheon Technologies franchise program that will deliver a next generation radar with 360-degree visibility to defeat advanced threats including hypersonic weapons. The Integrated Structure Product Lead will be directly responsible for supporting the Array sub-Integrated Product Team (sub-IPT) executing the design, development, production, and delivery of the integrated phase arrays, including the array structure, power, RF, control, and cooling distribution, and miscellaneous array-level components. The Product Lead will have ownership over these items across multiple contracts and spanning multiple years, including efforts critical to support future growth. The Product Lead will need to demonstrate the capability to govern contract scope while accommodating break-in of new design capabilities and producibility improvements. This role will also require maintaining effective relationships with internal technical and programmatic stakeholders, including the IPT Leads, Operations & Supply Chain, Quality, Lifecycle Engineering, Chief Engineers, and Engineering Finance. Strong demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills are required to help drive the team to meet program milestones. This Integrated Structure Product Lead will be responsible for leading mechanical team members in the design and build of electronic modules, interconnects, and other array-level components as well as the support for system integration, test, and fielding activities. Key requirements for this position include proven problem-solving skills and experience in hardware design and integration, engineering analysis, and requirements alignment. Individuals will interface primarily with other mechanical and electrical engineers but will often be required to collaborate with cross-functional teams, program offices, and customers. This Principal Mechanical Engineer role will be based in Marlborough, MA or Tewksbury, MA and is an onsite role. At least part-time on-site support will be required in Tewksbury, MA. Responsibilities to Anticipate: • Utilizing strong mechanical hardware design experience and knowledge with structures, interconnects, cooling, and array integration
• 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 Integrated Structure product area
• Interpreting procurement and build status for the Integrated Structure product area while helping to remove roadblocks
• Providing technical conscience, challenged with making sure the product and process meet appropriate standards and requirements
• Working with minimal direction or supervision, while exercising considerable latitude in determining the technical objectives of the assignment
• 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 A PhD can account for 5 years of experience as required for this position. Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)
• A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in mechanical design • Experience with phase array structures, hardware packaging, and array integration for military or mechanical or commercial applications
• Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
• 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 Value: • 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, and electronics assemblies
• Strong technical background with high technical aptitude
• Strong leadership skills and project management
• Experience with CREO (Pro/E) or similar 3D solid modeling software
• Experience with PTC Windchill Product Data Management or equivalent configuration/data management software
• Very strong verbal and written communications and interpersonal skills when working with team members and customers
• Advanced degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace Engineering What We Offer:
Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the superior benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care. Clearance Information: This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here:
Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
Disclaimer.
Employee Referral Award Eligibility: Only employees currently within RTX have the potential to receive a Referral Award for submitting a referral to RTX roles. ALL eligibility requirements must be met (see guidelines) to receive the Referral Awarding.

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