Mechanical Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)

Date Posted:

2026-08-06

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

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

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 radar systems, hardware integration, electronic modules, pedestal and power and cooling systems. The department is comprised of individuals with technical expertise and experience in hardware design, integration, and production support. The candidate will assist mechanical engineers in the design and/or development of radar system equipment. Key requirements for this position include proven problem-solving skills and interest in hardware design, engineering analysis, and mechanical drawing creation. Engineers will be expected to make sound and comprehensive decisions under the supervision and guidance of senior engineers, working on radar design, electronics packaging, and hardware integration support. 

What You Will Do

• Training and application of RTX tools including CREO and PDM to perform design tasks
• Design and Documentation support utilizing engineering tools, Adobe, and MS office suite.
• Utilize proven problem-solving skills and experience in Engineering Analysis
• Collaborate with coworkers and various teams in the Radar Design Department to support business objectives of the organization
• Perform Mechanical Tolerance Analysis using Geometric Dimension and Tolerance best practices

Qualifications You Must Have 

• Must be pursuing a Bachelors or Advanced degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and actively enrolled through completion of the internship / co-op session

• Experience in CAD software

• Experience in CREO

Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects

Qualifications We Prefer

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience in Microsoft Office or other presentation tools
• Experience developing and delivering presentations (verbal and/or written)

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

Please consider the following role type definition 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.

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 37,000 USD - 82,000 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