Summer 2027 RF Systems Engineer Intern - Onsite

Prattwhitney; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Radar Systems Engineer in Fort Wayne, IN to join the Naval Power Mission Area and Systems Engineering Center. You will define system architecture, develop and verify requirements, and support integration, testing, and flight activities across the full product lifecycle.

The role involves modeling with MATLAB, performing analyses, and documenting requirements in DOORS, collaborating with experienced engineers on radar and sensor programs.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or STEM and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
• Experience with RF fundamentals: link budget analysis, modulation schemes, noise figure, gain, bandwidth, filtering, or wave propagation
• Experience with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, VNAs, signal generators) through coursework, internships, or lab work
• Experience using MATLAB for data analysis

Responsibilities

• Define system architecture and develop requirements for radar systems
• Develop and verify system requirements across the lifecycle
• Perform analysis, modeling, and data analysis to support radar programs
• Support integration, testing, flight activities, and verification using DOORS

Skills

RF fundamentals

RF test equipment

MATLAB

C++

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or STEM

Tools

DOORS

Python

LabVIEW

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-15 Country: United States of America Location: US-IN-FT WAYNE-150A ~ 1010 Production Rd ~ BLDG 150A Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

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

Join the Naval Power Mission Area within the Systems Engineering Center at Raytheon, where we design and develop advanced radar and early-warning sensor systems for the warfighter. We are seeking Radar Systems Engineers who thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex technical problems, and are eager to support innovative sensor and radar programs. You will work alongside experienced engineers to define system architecture, develop and verify system requirements, perform analysis and modeling, and support integration, testing, and flight activities across the full product lifecycle. Support development, analysis, documentation, and verification of system requirements using DOORS. Generate system CONOPS and system architectures. Assist with radar mode requirement development and system performance assessments. Conduct modeling, simulation, and data analysis using tools such as MATLAB, Python, and C++. Support verification, validation, flight test, production, and post-deployment activities.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Experience may be obtained through job experience, research, coursework, or projects Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
• Experience with RF fundamentals: link budget analysis, modulation schemes, noise figure, gain, bandwidth, filtering, or wave propagation
• Experience with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, VNAs, signal generators) through coursework, internships, or lab work
• Experience using MATLAB for data analysis

Qualifications We Prefer

• Internship or project experience related to RF, wireless, radar, SDR, or satellite communication
• Knowledge of systems engineering architecture and design, integration and test, and verification and validation approaches
• Experience with programming using C++ or scripting/automation tools like Python or LabVIEW
• Hands-on experience with antennas or PCB layout for RF circuits
• Exposure to digital signal processing concepts

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

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.

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.

Benefits

• 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
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Company Overview

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.