Mechanical Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)
- No experience required
- US citizenship
How this pay compares
This posting states $42k–$88k a year. Open mechanical engineer jobs in California post a median of $158k a year, the middle half $130k–$180k, across 266 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post.
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About the job
## Date Posted 2026-10-28 ## Country United States of America ## Location US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E01 ~ 2000 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E01 ## 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.
The Raytheon Space and Airborne, Power and Digital (SAPD) Department consists of more than 150 engineers working collaboratively with internal and external customers and programs to provide innovative solutions for controlling product motion, including space and air launched vehicles used by a variety of end users who depend on the quality and integrity of our systems.
Our systems include electronic processing units, harnessing design, and other components for interfacing with the vehicle and packaging the control assemblies. Due to the highly cross-functional nature of these systems, we are constantly looking for talented engineers with a sub-system solution mindset. ## What You Will Do - Support the design and development of high-speed digital hardware for aerospace products and associated test equipment - Collaborating in a multi-discipline team setting to solve complex engineering problems - Holding design and drawing reviews with peers and subject matter experts ## What You Will Learn You will contribute your knowledge of engineering practices and problem-solving to perform mechanical design and development activities.
You will support, contribute, and collaborate in a team environment, receiving inputs from program or team experts, and work on projects, determining and developing approaches and solutions. ## Qualifications You Must Have - Must be pursuing Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related (STEM) major and actively - Must have a minimum of 60 hours of credit by the start of the internship / co-op session. - Experience utilizing CAD (Computer Aided Design) tools such as CREO or equivalent - Experience with Engineering Analysis and Simulation software and programming tools such as MATLAB and Python - Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects ## Qualifications We Prefer - Preferred majors: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics. - Experience in mechanical or electrical design, engineering, and analysis - Experience in manufacturing methods and processes, including machining, casting, forging, welding, and bonding - Experience in mechanical drawing practices, dimensioning, and tolerancing - Prior internship or co-op, and/or hands-on experience with club/team (i.e. baja/formula racing, robotics, rocketry, EV, RC/UAV, etc) ## 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 ## Learn More & Apply Now! Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. - 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.
The salary range for this role is 42,000 USD - 88,000 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.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, 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, and 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. 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. ## Privacy Policy and Terms Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms
From RTX's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Space sensors, payloads and satellite ground systems, inside a defense and aerospace prime.
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