Mechanical Engineer I
Raytheon
El Segundo, CAFresher1h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads, no experience needed · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- SolidWorksCADGD&T
- Work
- On-site in El Segundo
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- CAD55%SolidWorks35%GD&T23%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 6, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
At Raytheon, the Space and Airborne, Power and Digital (SAPD) department seeks talented engineers with a sub-system solution mindset. This role is Onsite in El Segundo, CA. U.S. citizenship is required due to program/contract authorization for accessing information.
Key Responsibilities
- Apply research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.
- Evaluate and analyze various mechanical products to determine their cost-effectiveness and efficiency.
- Examine field installations and recommend design modifications to eliminate malfunctions.
- Participate in product development activities, execute tests, and produce parts, designs, or sketches, following all appropriate Mechanical Engineering design, safety, and qualification standards.
- Test models of alternate designs and processing methods to assess operating condition effects.
- Produce parts, designs, or sketches for machines, components, systems, or work orders/purchase requests.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) major obtained by start date.
- Experience utilizing parametric 3D CAD software (such as SolidWorks, PTC Creo, Autodesk Inventor, CATIA, or Siemens NX) to generate 3D solid models, mechanical assemblies, and detailed 2D engineering drawings.
- Experience in mechanical design applied through coursework, academic research, engineering competition teams (e.g., Formula SAE, Baja, Robotics), or hands-on projects.
Qualifications We Prefer
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Knowledge or application of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) principles per ASME/ANSI Y14.5.
- Hands-on experience in rapid prototyping and mechanical fabrication, including additive manufacturing (3D printing via FDM, SLA, or SLS) or machine shop equipment (mills, lathes, drill presses, or CNC equipment).
- Demonstrated problem-solving aptitude applied to structural, thermal, or multi-disciplinary hardware challenges.