2026 Intern - Systems Engineering & Test - Onsite - CO

Date Posted:

2026-01-21

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CO-BUCKLEY-AFB-CUST ~ 18500 E 6th Ave ~ BUCKLEY AFB (External Site)

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​

Security Clearance Type:

TS/SCI with Polygraph

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At 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. 

Job Summary:

Raytheon's SETC stands for the Systems Engineering and Test Center, a core part of Raytheon (now RTX), focusing on designing, integrating, developing, and testing complex defense systems (hardware/software) for various platforms.

This position is an onsite role

This position can be a Junior, Senior, or Post Graduate Technical Intern based on the candidate's qualifications and standing as outlined below:

• (Junior Technical Intern) - must be enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program and classified as a Junior by start of internship
• (Senior Technical Intern)- must be enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program and classified as a Senior by start of internship
• (Post-Graduate Technical Intern) - must have an undergraduate degree and be enrolled in a graduate degree program (in degree fields listed in Qualifications You Must Have) by start of internship

What You Will Do:

• Support hardware engineering team with maintenance, inspection, and documentation
• Participate in hands-on troubleshooting and repair activities for mechanical components of hardware systems
• Develop and update maintenance procedures and technical documentation for specialized equipment

What You Will Learn:

• Exposure to defense industry standards, security requirements, and configuration management process
• Real-world application of engineering coursework to solve practical problems
• Collaboration skills working within multidisciplinary engineering teams

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Current Active TS/SCI with CI poly government clearance

• The ability to 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
• Must be pursuing a BS (or higher) degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).
• This position is for an intern who is enrolled in a Bachelor’s (or higher) degree program and will be at minimum, entering their Junior, Senior, or Post Graduate standing level by the start of Summer 2026.

• Ability to troubleshoot hardware errors and provide fixes

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Coursework or interest in structural mechanics, material science, or mechanical systems design.
• Familiarity with technical drawings or software such as CAD, solidworks, or similar tools
• Experience with hands-on mechanical assembly, fabrication, or maintenance activities
• Strong attention to detail and ability follow technical specifications and safety protocols

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 eligible

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

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 pr