Mechanical Engineer Intern - Test Equipment

RTX (Raytheon); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation eligibility

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

RTX invites qualified students to join as a mechanical engineering contributor in a hands‑on, on‑site setting at the US Tucson facility. You will design structures and assemblies, perform detailed drafting per ASME Y14.5, and support hardware procurement and testing while coordinating with suppliers and cross‑functional teams.

This role requires pursuing a BS or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, and you must be able to obtain a U.S.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's (or higher) degree program, entering Sophomore year by Summer 2027.
• Pursuing a bachelor's or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Design of structures, assemblies, and some mechanisms.
• Detailed design and drafting work per ASME Y14.5.
• Support of development hardware procurement and testing.
• Management of suppliers/subcontractors.
• Cross-functional coordination to rapidly mature designs.

Skills

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Creo modeling

Windchill

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Creo modeling

Windchill

Job description

Date Posted:
2026-09-16

Country:
United States of America

Location:
US-AZ-TUCSON-805 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 805

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.

What You Will Do

• Design of structures, assemblies, and some mechanisms
• Detailed design and drafting work per ASME Y14.5
• Support of development hardware procurement and testing
• Management of suppliers/subcontractors
• Cross-functional coordination to rapidly mature designs

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 2027.
• Must be pursuing as bachelor's or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• 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

• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5
• Experience with Creo modeling and drafting
• Experience with Windchill and configuration management

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

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.

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 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.