Senior Mechanical Engineering Manager

At Raytheon Missiles & Defense, by combining our vast resources and investments, we are able to dedicate ourselves to solving mission-level vs. product-level customer challenges – together we can anticipate more, move faster and make a bigger impact on the big picture.

The Ground Launched Effectors Department (GLED), under the Mechanical Product Team (MPT), is seeking a Modeling and Design Section Leader to lead the team which supports Technical Data Package (TDP) creation, modeling, and design of parametric models and 2D Drawing support for programs under the GLED program list. The department is looking for a Section Lead to provide frontline management activities and leadership for approximately 15+ tech support engineers supporting the design, drafting, and modeling, and over all integrity of the technical data package for our RMS products. The Section Lead role includes the technical development of people, training, performance management, hiring, and resource allocation.

Job Summary:

The candidate will ensure two-way communication for section members; serve as the day-to-day liaison to the programs concerning employee job assignments, performance, and recognition. Responsibilities also include coordinating program staffing needs, optimizing resource utilization, and interviewing applicants.

As a Section Lead, the candidate will need to lead large, diverse teams of 15+ tech support engineers by providing highly skilled mechanical engineering design and drafting support services across all program phases, while focusing on TDP integrity. Daily management of the section personnel, including securing work assignments for the Section and ensuring the Section completes assignments efficiently and effectively. Leveraging the network to identify opportunities, engage in proposals, assess scope and determine proper section engagement. Close partnering with the other Modeling and Design Section Leads across RMD is expected to optimize the opportunities and resources of the Modeling and Design workforce. Representation of the Section within the directorate and communication of key business-related information to Section members. Leadership of process innovation initiatives related to design “documentation” and validation, helping the directorate and department meet annual goals. Communication of successes from the group up through functional management. Thorough knowledge of RMD, Industry drawing standards, CREO, and cPDM are highly desired.

We value diverse skills and experience, so don’t hold back. Your qualification could add tremendous value to our team. Our customers come from all different backgrounds, and so do our employees. If you’re passionate about what you could accomplish here, we’d love to hear from you.

An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted 3 additional years of experience.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline; or Associates Degree in an Engineering Technology discipline additional 2 years of Engineering Design experience may be substituted for each 1 year of college

• Principal Manager (M5) - Minimum 10 years of prior practical and/or leadership experience in mechanical, electro-mechanical and/or electrical hardware design and documentation

• Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) design / drafting experience; PTC Creo Suite, CREO, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Siemens EDA Suite, Raster, Myriad.

• Experience with ASME Industry Standards and/or Practices.

• 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:

• Experience in team building/hiring, employee development of teams of 10 or more engineers
• Participation in diversity and inclusion cultural improvement initiatives
• Strong interpersonal & communication skills
• Ability to negotiate difficult and critical discussions for a consolidated solution that meets program needs yet aligns with acceptable design / drafting rigor requirements.
• Self-starter, process oriented, quick learner.
• Proven capability to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, with the objective of teaching and mentoring others.
• Experience preparing both technical and cost proposals, the ability to critically review proposals and technical presentations.
• Cost account manager (CAM) certification, which includes working within the Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and the ability to status Estimates at Completion (EAC).

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.

This position is located in beautiful Tucson, AZ. Tucson has a friendly, caring and laid-back atmosphere, combined with the innovation and energy of a metropolitan region and recognized as one of America’s 10 Best Small Cities. Surrounded by beautiful mountains, colorful Sonoran Desert landscape and majestic saguaro cacti, Tucson is blessed with some of nature’s best work. Tucson is known for its bright blue skies, and with more than 310 sunny days per year, Tucson’s fantastic weather lets residents enjoy the outdoors year-round.)

This position requires either a U.S. Person or Non- U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required Export Authorization. 

Employee Referral Award Eligibility: Only employees currently within RMD and RI&S have the potential to receive a Referral Award for submitting a referral to RMD and RI&S roles.  ALL eligibility requirements must be met (see guidelines) to receive the Referral Awarding.