Mechanical Automation Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Prattwhitney; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

RTX is seeking a student or recent graduate for an internship/co‑op role in automation for aerospace and defense products, located onsite in McKinney, TX. You will participate in a disciplined project team to design, procure, and validate automation systems used in assembly and test of Raytheon/RTX products.

You will learn Creo modeling, draw creation, and how to troubleshoot and maintain production automation cells while coordinating with engineers and vendors.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and enrolled through internship/co‑op.
• Minimum 60 credit hours by start date.
• Experience with 3D CAD modeling.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a multi‑discipline team to design, procure and build automation for assembly and test of RTX products.
• Engage with program engineers, program management, and operations leadership to define automation requirements.
• Communicate with vendors to obtain quotes and discuss automation project definitions, fabrication and test.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

Education

Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

60 credit hours minimum

Tools

CREO

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-13 Country: United States of America Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WZS ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WZS BLDG 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: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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. 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 freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• Participate in multi-discipline team to design, procure and build custom automation that support assembly and test of Raytheon products.
• Engage with program engineers, Program Management, and operations leadership to define automation requirements.
• Communicate with Vendors to obtain quotes and have technical discussions for automation projects definition, fabrication and test.

What You Will Learn

• Learn Creo modeling and drawing creation.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production automation cells.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must be pursuing Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related (STEM) major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co‑op session.
• Must have a minimum of 60 hours of credit by the start of the internship / co‑op session.
• Experience with 3D CAD modeling.
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience utilizing CAD (Computer Aided Design) tools such as CREO.
• 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Interpret engineering drawings and understanding of GD&T.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Excel and Word.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry‑leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.