Senior Mechanical Engineer - Structural Engineer

Senior Structural EngineerThe 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 leveraging industry leading commercial tools; all complimented and validated by tests executed in a manner to ensure cost effective yet technically balanced solutions.Raytheon is seeking an experienced mid-level career Senior Structural Engineer to join the Mechanical Analysis and Test Department. In this role, you will be responsible for detailed structural analysis to support all phases of programs including development and production. The analyses will cover a wide range of difficult problems, requiring solutions that are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organization objectives. The analysis tasks will span the spectrum from classical hand calculations to detailed analyses requiring the use of finite element analysis software. A structural analyst of this salary grade is expected to have a high degree of technical competence and be a recognized technical leader and/or leader of teams of engineering analysts. The selected candidate will be able to work under general direction and will be expected to define the scope and level of analysis/test required to meet objectives and assist in program planning. You will also be held accountable for your individual work and the work of others on your team within the agreed upon cost and schedule. It is expected that you will present your work for peer reviews and be a peer reviewer for other engineers' work. The customers of this position will include internal personnel and programs as well as external Government(s) personnel and programs.What You Will Do:Perform detailed structural analyses to support all phases of programsGenerate test plans required to validate analyses and verify hardware compliance to customer requirementsAnalyze test data to validate and correlate models, and/or generate mechanical loads and environmentsWork with limited oversight on complex problems to provide the answers needed under program cost and schedule constraintsCoordinate and lead technical peer reviews ensuring the technical accuracy of work product as well as acting as a reviewer for others work productsPresent results to internal stakeholders and external customersGenerate detailed, archival technical reportsTravel to test sites to support test or design discussion (depending on work assignment)Act as a technical leader (help define and develop MA&T department technical processes and tools) and lead teams to meet program milestonesThe Senior Mechanical Engineer – Structural Engineer job is in Huntsville, AL and the position is onsite.Qualifications You Must Have:Typically requires a Bachelor in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience. In absence of a degree, 9+ years of experience. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for additional years of experienceExperience in using structural analysis tools (PATRAN or NASTRAN or ANSYS or ABAQUS or equivalent software)Qualifications We Prefer:Working knowledge of mechanical principles to solve classical structural engineering problems both inside and outside of software toolsAbility to work in a collaborative, team-based environment and independently8+ years of professional experience in the structural analysis of complex systems that require collaboration of multiple engineering disciplines (such as a weapon system)Experience in structural testing: planning, organization, execution, data reduction and correlationExperience with dynamic shock and vibration analysisExperience with solid modeling CAD tool such as CREO or equivalentExperience with MatlabExperience leading teams and strong interpersonal skills working in a team environmentExperience presenting to external customersAbility to travel to government and other facilities in support of program activitiesAdvanced degree in aforementioned disciplines. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.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.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.The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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.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.