Mechanical Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Raytheon; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Onsite work environment

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support engineers in the Advanced RF Front-End Hardware organization. You will assist in developing RF systems, antennas, and test equipment to enable future technologies.

Responsibilities include creating 3D CAD models and drawings, participating in design reviews, and supporting testing and documentation. Security clearance (DoD Secret) and U.S. citizenship are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field.
• Experience with mechanical engineering concepts and hardware tools/devices.

Responsibilities

• Work with cross-functional hardware teams to develop RF antenna array architectures.
• Create 3D CAD models and drawings for RF products; develop prototype hardware.
• Participate in design/drawing reviews with peers and SMEs.
• Support design documentation using engineering tools, Adobe, and MS Office.
• Assist RF component/system testing and integration of prototype hardware.
• Follow established procedures and coordinate with program management.

Skills

Team collaboration

Verbal/written communication

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or STEM

Tools

3D CAD design

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-18

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-GA-ATLANTA-100 ~ 100 Galleria Pkwy SE ~ GALLERIA

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.

What You Will Do

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern you will support engineers in the Advanced Radio Frequency (RF) Front-End Hardware organization. This role may involve supporting the development of leading-edge complex RF systems, subsystems and components, including antennas, RF circuit cards, and RF test-equipment to enable future generation technologies across RTX.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with cross-functional hardware engineering teams to develop architecture solutions for airborne radar antenna arrays meeting the highest customer expectations;
• Assist engineers in creating 3D CAD models and engineering drawings for RF products designs, developing prototype hardware designs and coordinating fabrication, performing hands on integration and test support for prototype hardware;
• Participating in design and drawing reviews with peers and subject matter experts;
• Design and documentation support utilizing engineering tools, Adobe, and MS office suite;
• Support testing of RF components, systems, and devices; and
• Follow established procedures while working closely with program management and experienced engineers to ensure overall design objectives are met.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must be pursuing Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship.
• Experience with mechanical engineering concepts and hardware tools and devices

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience creating engineering drawings;
• Experience with 3D CAD design;
• Experience fabricating prototype designs;
• Experience with harness and interconnect design;
• Experience developing and delivering presentations (verbal and/or written); and
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, including basic knowledge and understanding of tolerancing.

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

• 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