Designer Jobs in Lowell, MA

Date Posted:

2026-03-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-WESTFORD-WFD7 ~ 7 Technology Park Dr ~ BLDG 7

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

The mechanical engineering group is seeking an established Mechanical designer for an On-Site position in our Westford, MA location. We are looking for self-starting candidates to perform mechanical design and documentation of electro-mechanical assemblies, and support our manufacturing facility in Westford, MA.

Responsibilities to Anticipate:

• The candidate is expected to follow established procedures and instructions while working closely with lead engineers to ensure the overall design and production goals are met.
• The designer is expected to have proficient experience with PTC Creo Parametric software. The candidate is also expected to have a strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles and their application for design documentation and fabrication.
• The candidate will work within a multi-disciplined team of engineers with responsibilities ranging from structural design, optic housing design, electronics equipment packaging, circuit card assemblies, and interconnects for our sensor systems.
• Communicate with engineering team members and suppliers to design, model, and document the design technical data package (TDP) and its capabilities and compliance to configuration and drafting requirements.
• Manage large assemblies in CREO and optimize drafting and model methodologies.
• Support model and product development from concept layouts to final detailed releases meeting program schedules and priorities.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Minimum 8 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design drafting and development preferably of defense-related components or systems or aerospace.
• Proficient with PTC Creo Parametric (preferred) or other mechanical CAD design tools.
• Experience using PTC Windchill PLM system.
• Experience with utilizing Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing principles.
• U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is desirable.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible to support most of our product design development and improvements.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in the design of electromechanical assemblies and the interrelationship of the components therein related to optical system design. Including kinematic mounting, athermalization, optic potting, etc.
• Knowledge of aerostructure, fastener design, materials and fabrication methods.
• Experience creating high tolerance mechanical part and assembly drawings.
• Experience in the support of design and integration of mechanical products and assemblies.
• Strong interpersonal, communication skills and able to work independently and as a team member.
• Knowledge of Mechanical CAD design and electronic design.

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

The salary range for this role is 157,200 USD - 298,800 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.