Mechanical Engineer I

Date Posted: 2026-08-17

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA3 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 3

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

At RTX, the world's 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.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do:

• You will contribute to the design and development of advanced DoD, international, and
• Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) ATC systems alongside our experienced hardware
• engineering team.
• You will be accountable for researching and selecting COTS hardware solutions, ensuring they meet stringent performance and reliability standards.
• You will demonstrate your creativity in electronics packaging design using 3D CAD modeling and thermal analysis, ensuring robust and efficient solutions.
• You will participate actively in engaging design discussions and reviews, where your insights will shape the evolution of our ATC systems.
• You will drive innovation through detailed design documentation, updates, and releases, ensuring accuracy and adherence to industry standards.
• You will spearhead prototyping and lab integration efforts, applying your hands-on expertise to bring concepts to life effectively.
• You will collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, cultivating relationships and delivering on project milestones.
• You will resolve hardware challenges, manage supplier transitions, and address customer requests with confidence and proficiency.
• You will support production activities, including potential travel up to 10% to suppliers and/or to the Merrimack, NH Manufacturing facility, ensuring smooth processes and high quality outcomes.

What You Will Learn:

• Explore the intricate system used by Air Traffic Controllers to monitor air traffic firsthand.
• Engage deeply with the hardware design team across every stage of the lifecycle—from defining requirements to pathfinding, compliance verification, and supporting hardware upgrades.
• Enjoy continuous learning and training opportunities designed to expand your skills and expertise rapidly.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) major.

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with PTC CREO (modeling and drawing) and Windchill (PDM)
• Technical experience through prior internships or work experience
• Some prior leadership experiences
• Willingness and ability to support occasional domestic travel and potential international travel
• Experience with mechanical design CAD tools
• Experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint)

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

• Relocation Eligibility

Learn More & Apply Now

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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 57,200 USD - 108,800 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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