Mechanical Engineer

Early Career Thermal EngineerAt RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.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 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 early career Thermal Engineer to join the MA&T Department. The Thermal Engineer is responsible for detailed thermal analysis on products throughout their lifecycle from initial design trade studies and proposals through qualification testing to enduring production support. 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 analyses to detailed analyses requiring the use of finite element analysis software. A Thermal Engineer of this salary grade is expected to have a level of technical competence with thermodynamic principles. The Thermal Engineer will be held accountable for completing his/her work within the agreed upon cost and schedule. Additionally, the selected candidate will be expected to present their work for peer reviews and to be a peer reviewer for other engineers' work. Finally, the engineer is expected to plan and support tests, perform data reduction and engage in thermal model correlation.What You Will DoPerform hand calculations to determine scope of higher detail analysis modelsPerform detailed thermal analyses to solve various program thermal challengesGenerate test plans required to validate analyses and verify hardware compliance to customer requirementsAnalyze test data to validate and correlate modelsWork with experienced analysts on problems of moderate complexity to provide the answers needed under program cost and schedule constraintsReview your work with peers to ensure technical accuracyPresent results to internal, external, and government customersGenerate detailed documentation of work and archive for referenceQualifications You Must HaveBachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience; Alternatively an advanced degree in a STEM field can be substituted for 2 years experienceExperience in thermal analysis with any of the following tools: FloTHERM, PATRAN, Thermal Desktop/SINDA or ANSYS or equivalentExperience in mechanical principles to solve classical thermal analysis solutions both inside and outside of finite element tools and an ability to work independently and manage multiple prioritiesAbility to obtain a U.S. government issued security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance, Clearance must be active and transferable prior to start dateAbility to work in a collaborative, team-based environment and independentlyQualifications We PreferTypically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics(STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.5+ years of professional experience in the thermal analysis of complex systems that require collaboration across multiple engineering disciplinesExperience with solid modeling CAD tool such as CREO or equivalentExperience in Electronics Cooling and Aerodynamic Heating AnalysesDemonstrated experience in thermal testing: Planning, organization, execution, data reduction and correlationExperience 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 standardWhether 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.