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Manufactures jet engines, avionics, missiles

Principal Specialist Design Integrity Checker

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/20/2026Deadline 12/21/26
$86.8k - $165.2k
Senior
Bachelor's, Master's
Huntsville, AL, USA
In Person
Mechanical EngineeringDesign Engineering
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship Required

About the job

Requirements
  • Typically requires a Bachelor of Science in Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and five years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and at least three years of experience, or nine years of relevant experience in the absence of a degree.
  • An active and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance is required before the start date.
  • Five years of experience designing, drafting, and/or verifying or validating detailed Technical Data Packages (TDPs).
  • Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) design or drafting is required.
  • For Mechanical Design Checker: experience with at least one of PTC Creo Suite, Creo/ProE, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Raster, Canvas, GTXImage, or Myriad.
  • For Electrical Design Checker: experience with electrical software packages such as Mentor Boardstation or EXPEDITION-DxDESIGNER, or related software.
Responsibilities
  • For mechanical design checking, perform design verification and validation of traditional mechanical 2D drawings and model-based Design TDPs.
  • For mechanical design checking, ensure mechanical design documentation and models cover complex and simple machined parts, castings, and other fabricated items.
  • For mechanical design checking, review mechanical design drawings, documentation, and associated electronic data output files used for production or procurement for producibility, data integrity, quality, and consistency.
  • For mechanical design checking, verify that traditional and model-based mechanical designs meet form, fit, and function requirements and comply with program-specific requirements and company and industry specifications and standards.
  • Authenticate synchronization between design representations and the design database models from which they were derived.
  • Ensure design verification and validation complies with ASME Y14.41 and MIL-STD-31000.
  • For electrical design checking, formally and systematically verify and validate traditional electrical 2D TDPs.
  • For electrical design checking, review circuit card or flexible circuit assemblies, printed wiring boards, schematic drawings, electronic Bills of Material (eBOMs), and design models created using computer aided design tools.
  • Use EXPEDITION-DxDESIGNER to extract the latest schematic; BLUEPRINT to extract the latest circuit card assembly and printed wiring board; VALOR for printed wiring board dimensions, holes, and board layer stack-up; and Excel for eBOM and other electrical change comparisons.
  • Support reviews of software documents against program requirements.
  • Perform design verification and validation of traditional 2D drawings and model-based Design TDPs.
  • With training, the selected candidate may also verify and validate the opposing design TDP discipline.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with industry Model-Based Engineering (MBE), including 3D PDF design representation, and ASME, military, and industry standards.
  • Configuration and Data Management (CM/DM) comprehension and aptitude to develop advanced TDP record-set management techniques in PDM.
  • Ability to collaborate with engineering disciplines and leadership levels and negotiate critical discussions to develop solutions meeting program needs and design and drafting requirements.
  • Electrical computer aided design (CAD) design or drafting experience, including MentorGraphics applications (DxDesigner, Valor), DownStream Technologies (BluePrint-PCB), other electrical change-comparison software, electrical MBE concepts, and eBOMs.
  • Problem-solving and process development or improvement capability, and ability to adapt to evolving technologies, processes, procedures, and best practices.
  • Mechanical computer aided design (CAD) design or drafting experience, including Creo/ProE and other mechanical drafting applications.

About the company

RTX produces jet engines, cockpit electronics, and avionics through Pratt & Whitney and Collins Aerospace, and develops defense systems and missiles via Raytheon. Pratt & Whitney engines provide propulsion for commercial and military aircraft, while Collins Aerospace supplies flight controls, navigation, and integrated cockpit systems, and Raytheon offers missiles, radar, and sensing technologies. The company differentiates itself by offering a single, integrated portfolio that spans both commercial aviation and national defense under one corporate umbrella, drawing on the legacy of Raytheon and UTC. Its goal is to help customers fly more efficiently and protect nations by advancing propulsion, electronics, and defense technologies for civilian air travel and security needs.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Arlington, Virginia

Founded

2022

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What believers are saying

  • RTX raised 2026 guidance after Q2 sales reached $24.7 billion and EPS hit $1.89.
  • Raytheon's 2026 framework agreements target annual output above 1,000 Tomahawks and 500 SM-6s.
  • GTF Advantage certification and Airbus deliveries extend Pratt & Whitney's recovery into 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Pratt & Whitney's GTF powder-metal issue still drives inspections, grounded jets, and lawsuits.
  • SEC subpoenas and DOJ agreements keep Raytheon's legacy conduct under active scrutiny.
  • Persistent GTF failures or fixed-price overruns can erase cash flow and damage airline trust.

What makes RTX unique

  • RTX pairs $289 billion backlog with balanced defense and commercial aerospace exposure.
  • Raytheon wins $24.4 billion SM-6 and $22.9 billion Tomahawk production contracts.
  • Pratt & Whitney and Collins feed recurring aftermarket revenue across Airbus and military fleets.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Remote Work Options
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

5%
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Oct 13th, 2026
Raytheon wins $729M counter-drone deal for US Army, Qatar and Jordan

Raytheon, an RTX business, has won $729 million in contracts to supply parts of its LIDS counter-drone system to the US Army, Qatar, and Jordan. The deal includes fixed-site and mobile configurations. LIDS, or the Low, slow, small, unmanned aircraft Integrated Defeat System, uses Raytheon's Ku-band Radio Frequency Sensor (KuRFS) and the Coyote effector. The deal marks the first international sales of both. KuRFS offers 360-degree threat detection. Coyote effectors defeat single drones and swarms. Raytheon is expanding Coyote production to meet rising global demand. Planned upgrades include faster launch times, higher speeds, and greater range at higher altitudes. "LIDS provides a proven and cost-effective layer of defense," said Tom Laliberty, president of Land and Air Defense Systems at Raytheon.

PR Newswire
Oct 8th, 2026
RTX's Raytheon secures $6.3B contract for SM-3 IB missile interceptors

Raytheon, an RTX business, has secured a contract worth up to $6.3 billion for the production and sustainment of Standard Missile-3 Block IB interceptors. The five-year agreement, with two optional additional years, forms part of recent landmark deals between Raytheon and the Department of War. The contract supports urgent replenishment of missile defense inventory that has been used in combat. Production will primarily take place at Raytheon facilities in Tucson, Arizona, and Huntsville, Alabama. SM-3 IB is a ship- and land-based missile defense interceptor designed to defeat short- to intermediate-range ballistic missiles. It was first deployed in combat in 2024 and remains integral to the US Navy's extended-range integrated air and missile defense systems.

PR Newswire
Oct 1st, 2026
RTX's Raytheon secures $24.4B contract for SM-6 interceptors

Raytheon, an RTX business, has secured a five-year contract worth up to $24.4 billion for Standard Missile-6 (SM-6) interceptors. The contract includes two additional option years. The agreement ensures a consistent supply of SM-6s for the US Navy. The missile can conduct offensive strikes and missile defense missions. Raytheon President Phil Jasper said the company is focused on meeting demand through operational investments and facility improvements. The firm has expanded its workforce, strengthened partnerships across the defence industrial base, and automated production to boost output. SM-6 is the only combat-proven weapon capable of performing anti-air warfare, anti-surface warfare, and ballistic missile defence. It can be fired from various Navy ship-based platforms and land-based launchers.

PR Newswire
Sep 24th, 2026
United Airlines receives first GTF Advantage-powered A321XLR from RTX's Pratt & Whitney

United Airlines has received its first Airbus A321XLR aircraft powered by Pratt & Whitney's GTF Advantage engines, marking the inaugural delivery of this enhanced engine variant. The GTF Advantage offers up to twice the operational lifespan of current GTF engines and provides 4-8% more takeoff thrust, enabling extended range capabilities. The engine features an advanced hot section design and remains fully compatible with existing GTF models, simplifying fleet operations. Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, plans to transition its entire PW1100G-JM production line to the Advantage specification by 2028. Current GTF operators will be able to access 90-95% of the Advantage's durability improvements through a Hot Section Plus upgrade option, available from early next year during scheduled maintenance visits.

PR Newswire
Sep 4th, 2026
Pratt & Whitney invests $25M to expand Poland manufacturing, adding 120 jobs

RTX's Pratt & Whitney is investing $25 million to expand its manufacturing facility in Niepołomice, Poland. The site produces complex tubular assemblies for commercial and military engines. The expansion, supported by the Polish government through the Polish Investment Zone Programme, will add more than 120 jobs when it becomes operational in 2028. The facility currently manufactures precision components for multiple engine types, including the GTF engine for commercial aircraft and the F135 for F-35 fighter aircraft. This investment is part of Pratt & Whitney's $125 million commitment to Polish facilities this year, including a $100 million investment in Rzeszow. Poland represents RTX's largest investment base outside the United States, with more than 9,500 employees across its businesses in-country.