About the role#
Raytheon is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern for the Summer 2027 term. You will join the Optics and Electronic Warfare Hardware Engineering Center to support the design, build, and test phases of surveillance and defense systems. This is a full-time, on-site position based in McKinney, Texas. Please note that U.S. citizenship is required for this role.
What you'll do#
- Support concept development, prototyping, and detailed design analysis.
- Assist with supplier coordination and hardware build and test activities.
- Work under the guidance of a team lead to meet technical, schedule, and budget goals.
- Collaborate with engineers from various disciplines to support program objectives.
- Document your technical work and present findings to the team.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Advanced degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related STEM field.
- Completion of at least 60 credit hours by the start of the internship.
- Ability to remain enrolled through the duration of the internship.
- Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Proficiency in PTC Creo CAD software for modeling and drafting.
- Practical experience with hardware prototyping or modification.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher is desired.
Location & details#
- Location: McKinney, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: This is an on-site position.
- Employment Type: Full-time, paid internship.
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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