Sr. Design Drafting Engineer

Date Posted:

2026-06-24



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-808 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 808



Position Role Type:

Onsite



U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ 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:

Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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. 

Are you interested in developing and integrating hardware on the front-end of the business, often employing advanced materials, technology, and approaches in order to provide enabling technology to the customer?  Hypersonic systems? Underwater launched systems? Air-launched systems? If so, we've like to speak with you!

The Sr. Design Engineer will conceptualize, design, integrate, and document mechanical-focused hardware using computer-aided design, mechanical analyses, and consistent coordination and communication across teams to ensure successful hardware performance.  Manage drawing release utilizing tools such as On-Time Drawing Release Manager or DRM to ensure coordinated release supports procurement demand.  Work with CM and CCB/ERB board to release TDP.  This role may also include leading teams in the completion of above tasks. The primary work location will be on-site in Tucson AZ. Willingness to perform work in proprietary spaces may be required based on program assignment.
 
What You Will Do

• Work with engineers to propose, design, develop, integrate, and document within the mechanical design department.    

• Communicate with engineering team members and suppliers to design, model, and document the design technical data package (TDP) and its capabilities and compliance to requirements.    

• Work under limited supervision and act as the responsible design authority.

Qualifications You Must Have

•  Typically requires a degree in Science,Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience

• 5 years of experience in mechanical design and development, preferably defense-related components or systems.   

• Expertise in Computer-aided Design (CAD) experience using Creo Parametric and cPDM.

• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), basic tolerance analyses

• Experience with military specifications and industry design standards.    

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in airframe development, electronics packaging, mechanisms, for missiles or similar applications.    

• Understanding of and experience with the use of additive manufacturing for metallic structures and components.   

• Understanding and experience of manufacturing techniques and assembly best practices.    

• A passion for design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA).    Experience with advanced surfacing techniques for complex geometry.    Knowledge and experience in top-down design methodology and skeleton design. 

• Experience with effective communication (written and verbal) during collaboration with others to document design actions and results, to perform trade studies, and to communicate to program management and customers through presentations and reports.    

• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for technical analysis, data sorting/plotting, and technical documentation.    

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.

• If applicable/optional - Relocation Eligibility

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• Onsite: 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 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.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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