Mechanical Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

RTX (Raytheon); Largo (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern for an onsite role in Largo, FL. You will join an Integrated Program Team with systems, hardware and software engineers, contributing to next-generation products and production transitions.

Responsibilities include 3D CAD modeling (SolidWorks, Creo, Catia, NX, AutoCAD, Fusion 360), electronics packaging, thermal/structural analysis, drawings, procurement support, and test activities. A DoD Secret clearance is required and US citizenship is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an engineering degree with interest in hardware development.
• Experience with CAD tools and mechanical design principles.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• 3D CAD modelling of components and assemblies.
• Electronics packaging selection and evaluation.
• Thermal and structural analysis of designs.
• Detailed design and documentation of components.
• Generation and update of drawings and documentation.
• Procurement and production support activities.
• Test and evaluation of hardware prototypes.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PTC Creo

Catia

NX

AutoCAD

Fusion 360

Job description

Position Role Type

Onsite

Country

United States of America

Location

US-FL-LARGO-382SS ~ 7887 Bryan Dairy Rd. ~ BLDG 100

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

What You Will Do

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Collins Aerospace, you will be a member of a multi-disciplinary Integrated Program Team (IPT) consisting of System, Hardware and Software Engineers. Your work can support development of next generation systems, design enhancements, upgrades for existing products, and transition to production efforts. Product areas can include circuit card assemblies, electronic packages, and reflector-type antennas for communications systems. As a hardware team member, intern assignments can span the product development process and include:

• 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) modelling
• Electronics packaging with electrical component selection and evaluation
• Thermal, structural, or other analysis work
• Detailed design of components and assemblies
• Generation and update of drawings and documentation
• Procurement and production support
• Test and Evaluation

What You Will Learn

• Mechanical and hardware engineering processes
• Laboratory or production integration
• Resolution of hardware performance or design issues
• System qualification test and troubleshooting

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must be pursuing Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
• Experience with computer aided design (CAD) software such as SolidWorks, PTC Creo, Catia, NX, AutoCAD, Fusion 360, or equivalent
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with PTC CREO CAD tool
• Technical experience through prior internships
• Prior leadership experience and working in a team environment
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and/or PowerPoint)
• Experience with the mechanical design and build process

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Relocation Eligibility

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.

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.