2025 Intern – Raytheon Mechanical Engineering- Onsite
RTXAbout the role
Date Posted:
2025-01-16Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
AZ863: 3292 East Hemisphere Loop 3292 East Hemisphere Loop Building M07, Tucson, AZ, 85706 USAPosition Role Type:
OnsiteAt Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineering student to join our Tactical Radars & Effectors department in Tucson, Arizona. The Tactical Radars and Effectors department supports the hardware development, production, and deployment of multiple defense products for Tactical Radars, Effectors, Command and Control Systems, and Naval Systems products. The products support domestic US Government customers at multiple Forces and Agencies including the Air Force, Navy, Army, Missile Defense Agency, and the US Coast Guard. The product lines also support multiple international customers through both US Government Foreign Military Sales and Direct Commercial Sales.
This position is an Onsite role, where you will be working primarily in Tucson, Arizona during Summer 2025.
What You Will Do
- Application of mechanical engineering fundamentals to challenging design problems.
- Creation or updates of technical documentation packages.
- Complete drawing designs as required, operates engineering software and equipment, and confers with stakeholders regarding engineering projects.
- Collaboration with hardware engineering teams.
- Mechanical engineering design utilizing CAD software.
- Support to manufacturing and production.
- Application of Raytheon hardware design processes and tools.
Qualifications You Must Have
- This position is for an intern who is enrolled in a Bachelor’s (or higher) degree program and will be at minimum, entering their Sophomore year by the start of summer 2025
- Must be pursuing as Bachelors or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Experience utilizing CAD (Computer Aided Design) tools such as CREO or equivalent
- 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
Qualifications We Prefer
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in working in teams.
- Results-oriented with good problem-solving skills.
What We Offer
- 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, and Innovation.
- Relocation Eligibility
Learn More & Apply Now!
- RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.
- We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.
- Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role. Onsite: 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.
- Please upload a copy of your most recent transcripts with your resume when applying to this requisition. Include your cumulative GPA and projected graduation date on your resume.
- Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location
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