2026 Intern - Materials & Process Engineering - Mechanical Engineer - Onsite

RTX • Tucson, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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. At Raytheon an RTX business, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. This position will offer a qualified candidate the opportunity to work in Raytheon’s Materials and Process Engineering (M&PE) Department, servicing all of Raytheon with innovative solutions to nonstandard problems. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work in M&PE’s world class lab, performing hands-on-testing of metals, adhesives, elastomers, polymers, tapes, composites, and various other production materials vital to the success of our products.

Requirements

• This position is for an intern who is enrolled in a Bachelor’s (or higher) degree program and will be at minimum, entering their Sophomore year by the start of summer 2026
• Must be pursuing as bachelor’s or graduate degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).
• Course work or lab experience in Mechanical/Materials Engineering or Instrumental Analysis
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Nice To Haves

• Specific Majors: Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering
• An understanding of material testing/analysis such as: hardness, adhesion tests, sample preparation procedures, and cross sectioning
• Experience in performing and managing high volume, highly technical work

Responsibilities

• Mechanically test a wide array of materials for compliance with drawings, specifications, and program application.
• Work in a lab environment while observing all safety procedures and common lab protocols.
• Write scientific reports using generated data to support technical dispositions.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern