Mechanical Materials Engineer Intern

Prattwhitney; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX seeks a Mechanical Engineer for the Materials and Process Engineering Department in Andover, MA. You will join a multi-disciplinary team to perform mechanical testing, support development, design, and failure analysis across a range of products.

You will collaborate with design and material engineers, review material specs, and develop test plans while coordinating multiple tasks to meet schedule requirements. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Materials Science or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with instrumental lab equipment (Instron, hardness testers, SEM, polishers/grinders).
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a US security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assessing materials based on conformance to specifications.
• Assessing parts and hardware based on conformance to design requirements.
• Developing and fabricating test plans and test setups.
• Reviewing material documentation and assessment of specifications.
• Engagement with subject matter experts and suppliers.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Instron Universal Testing Machine

Hardness testers

Scanning Electron Microscope

Polishers/Grinders

Job description

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 Materials and Process Engineering Department, which functions within the Hardware Team, is looking for a mechanical engineer to join our team in Andover, MA. This position will offer a qualified candidate the opportunity to engage subject matter experts and perform mechanical testing to support development, design, and failure analysis activities associated with a wide range of product applications. Tasks will require critical thinking to solve challenging problems and careful attention to detail on procedures, testing of materials, and documentation of results. Collaboration with design & material engineers, subject matter experts, and suppliers is required. Candidate must be able to manage and coordinate a wide variety of simultaneous tasks within set schedule requirements. This candidate will become part of a multi‑disciplined team.

What You Will Do

• Assessing materials based on conformance to specifications
• Assessing parts and hardware based on conformance to design requirements
• Following standard written protocols, as well as developing and fabricating unique test plans and test setups
• Reviewing material documentation and assessment of specifications
• Engagement with subject matter experts to understand material usage
• Engagement with suppliers

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Materials Science or Mechanical Engineering
• Experience with Instrumental lab equipment (course work and lab experience), such as Universal Testing Machines (Instron), Hardness testers, Scanning Electron Microscopes, or Polishers/Grinders
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Understanding and coursework in Materials Science and Polymer Science
• Understanding of material safety datasheets, military specifications, and ASTM test methods
• Class projects, professional internships, or academic research demonstrating the ability to apply technical course work in Engineering
• Ability to write concise technical reports summarizing analyses
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

The salary range for this role is 37,000 USD - 82,000 USD.

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.

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.