About the role#
RTX is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern to join the space and airborne optics department in El Segundo, California. This role supports the development, integration, and testing of hardware for space and airborne programs. You will work alongside manufacturing and mechanical engineers to build and test EO/IR space hardware.
What you'll do#
- Perform mechanical component design on opto-mechanical systems using Creo.
- Create and revise design drawings, including the use of GD&T.
- Generate assembly instructions and provide build support to technicians.
- Research component designs and materials for mechanical assemblies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on thermal management, structural optimization, and precision mounting.
- Manage engineering changes using product data management tools.
- Present your work for peer reviews and apply design for producibility and manufacturability principles.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's or advanced degree program in Mechanical Engineering or a related STEM field.
- Completion of at least 60 credit hours by the start of the internship.
- Experience in the design and development of mechanical hardware.
- Proficiency with commercial CAD software, specifically Creo.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret DoD security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.
- Preferred: Experience with GD&T, tolerance analysis, DFMA principles, and modern machining techniques.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site internship located in El Segundo, California.
- The term is for Summer 2027.
About RTX
RTX operates in the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing industry. The organization consists of three primary businesses: Collins Aerospace, Pratt and Whitney, and Raytheon. It produces advanced sensors, aircraft engines, and defense systems for the aerospace and defense sectors. The company is based in Arlington, Virginia and employs over 10,000 people.
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