About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027 based in Tucson, Arizona. You will work on-site to support the development of aviation and aerospace components. This role requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.
What you'll do#
- Design structures, assemblies, and mechanisms.
- Complete detailed design and drafting tasks following ASME Y14.5 standards.
- Support the procurement and testing of development hardware.
- Manage relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Coordinate across teams to mature designs.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a bachelor's or graduate degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- Completion of at least your freshman year by the start of Summer 2027.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5 is preferred.
- Proficiency in Creo modeling and drafting is preferred.
- Familiarity with Windchill and configuration management is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Tucson, Arizona, United States.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: 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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