About the role#
This is a full-time Mechanical Design Engineering internship based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for the Summer 2027 term. You will work on-site to support the design and development of mechanical packaging for electronics used in ground, shipboard, and airborne applications. This role requires U.S. citizenship.
What you'll do#
- Create and modify mechanical designs to meet project requirements.
- Support build activities, systems integration, and qualification testing.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
- Develop models and drawings using CAD software.
- Follow written and verbal instructions to ensure project success.
- Assist with factory, field, and customer-related issues.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree program for Mechanical Engineering, with at least 60 credit hours completed by the start of the internship.
- Experience with CAD tools such as Unigraphics NX, SolidWorks, Creo, Catia, Fusion 360, or AutoCAD.
- Ability to remain enrolled through the completion of the internship.
We prefer candidates who have:
- Experience with engineering drawings.
- Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
- Familiarity with mechanical fabrication methods.
- Prior internship or work experience at RTX.
Location & details#
- Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa (On-site).
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Employment: Full-time, paid position.
About Raytheon Technologies
Raytheon Technologies operates within the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing industry. The company functions as a public organization with a workforce exceeding 10,000 employees. It focuses on scientific research and complex problem solving. The entity currently operates under the name RTX.
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