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What are some common challenges faced by Liquid Cooling Engineers in integrating systems into existing data center infrastructure?

Liquid Cooling Engineers often encounter challenges when integrating new cooling systems into established data centers, such as space constraints, compatibility with legacy equipment, and maintaining uptime during installation. These engineers must carefully plan retrofits to minimize disruptions and ensure that the new liquid cooling solutions are compatible with current hardware and facility layouts. Collaboration with IT, facilities, and operations teams is crucial to address these challenges and ensure a seamless transition to more efficient cooling technologies.

What does a Liquid Cooling Engineer do?

A Liquid Cooling Engineer specializes in designing, implementing, and maintaining liquid cooling systems for various applications, such as data centers, electronics, or industrial equipment. Their primary role is to ensure efficient heat removal to maintain optimal operating temperatures and prevent overheating. They work on selecting appropriate cooling fluids, designing piping and heat exchangers, and troubleshooting system issues. These engineers often collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and thermal engineers to develop effective cooling solutions for high-performance environments.

What is the difference between Liquid Cooling Engineer vs Thermal Engineer?

AspectLiquid Cooling EngineerThermal Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Mechanical, Electrical, or Thermal Engineering; certifications like ASHRAE or HVAC licensesBachelor's or higher in Mechanical or Thermal Engineering; similar certifications often applicable
Work EnvironmentDesigning and testing cooling systems for electronics, data centers, or industrial equipmentAnalyzing and optimizing thermal systems across various industries, including electronics, automotive, and HVAC
Industry UsageCommon in electronics, data centers, and high-performance computing sectorsWidespread across electronics, automotive, aerospace, and HVAC industries

While both roles focus on managing heat, Liquid Cooling Engineers specialize in designing liquid-based cooling solutions for electronics and data centers, whereas Thermal Engineers have a broader scope, working on various thermal management systems across multiple industries.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Liquid Cooling Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Liquid Cooling Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical or thermal engineering, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with CAD software, thermal simulation tools, and industry standards such as ASHRAE or CFD modeling is commonly required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies are vital for designing, optimizing, and maintaining efficient liquid cooling systems that ensure the reliability and performance of high-density electronics or data centers.
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Senior Mechanical Cooling Engineer

Senior Mechanical Cooling Engineer

Raytheon

Marlborough, MA

$108K - $143K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago


Raytheon rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 97 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 528 rated manufacturers


Job description

Date Posted:

2026-06-11

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA1 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 1

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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.

Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Raytheon Hardware Engineering (HWE) Organization leads the mechanical-electrical hardware design, development and production of critical defense systems. The HWE Team uses state-of-the-art tools, processes, technology, and Raytheon’s CORE principles. HWE’s capabilities encompass a broad range of technical disciplines which include engineering, manufacturing, technical services, materials, processes, analysis, test, and documentation.

The Radar Mechanical Design Department leads mechanical design, development, and integration of some of the most innovative land-based and shipboard radars in the world. This includes phased array radar systems, electronic modules, pedestals, and power and liquid cooling systems. The department comprises individuals with technical expertise and experience in all phases of hardware design, integration, and production support.

The Senior Cooling Systems Engineer will support cooling and hydraulic systems used in a variety of harsh environmental military applications. Our primary role is to design and support the fabrication, testing, and installation of custom liquid-cooled systems for radars. We also support custom air-cooling of power and communication shelters.

This position is in Marlborough, MA. (On-site)

What You Will Do

  • Working collaboratively with our customers to establish cooling systems requirements
  • Mechanical design, analysis, and documentation of cooling hardware and system                      
  • Selection of components including pumps and heat exchangers
  • Drawing generation, drawing release, and drawing change incorporation
  • Resolution of change requests from manufacturing or suppliers
  • Provide technical conscience, challenged with making sure the product and process meet appropriate standards and requirements.
  • Factory and supplier support of product integration domestically and internationally
  • Willingness to travel to domestic Raytheon sites, suppliers, and government facilities.
  • Willingness for international travel to Middle East, Asia, and Europe to foreign sites, suppliers, and facilities.

Qualifications You Must Have

  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years’ experience.
  • Experience in the fields of Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, and/or Heat Transfer.
  • Engineering project experience involving cooling systems – liquid cooling or air cooling.
  • Experience in solid modeling tools such as Pro/Engineer, Solidworks, AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, or similar tool.

Qualifications We Prefer

  • An advanced degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
  • Experienced in the application of ANSI 14.5M – 1994 (1982), Geometric Dimension & Tolerance.
  • Proficiency in Product Data Management (PDM) or equivalent configuration/data management software
  • Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, non-technical disciplines, and suppliers to resolve technical issues.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

What We Offer 

  • A total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care. 
  • 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, Innovation, and Safety. 
  • Relocation assistance available. 

Learn More & Apply Now! 

  • 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.
  • This position requires security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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