2026 Intern - Mechanical Design Engineering - Onsite

RTX•Goleta, CA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

At Raytheon, 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. We have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineering student to join Mechanical Engineering department in Goleta California. As an Engineering intern the responsibilities will include all aspects of the Mechanical design process from concept to model / drawing completion for Mechanical Components of low to moderate complexity required to support product builds for each assigned task working under the general supervision of a team lead. Some assembly of your designs may be required. You will work closely with Chief Engineers, Lead Engineers and product engineers. We are specifically seeking candidates who are hands-on, adaptable in a fast-paced environment, proactive, take ownership of work, communicate well with others, and enjoy solving unique problems every day. This position is an Onsite role, where you will be working in Goleta CA during Summer 2026. What You Will Do The qualified candidate will provide mechanical design and drafting to the Mechanical Engineering department. The candidate will under general direction, perform mechanical design and minor analysis, and may assist in the construction of infrared focal plane array packaging. Infrared focal plane array packaging may include but is not limited to designs for space based infrared modules, tactical vacuum dewars and uncooled vacuum packages. The candidate will assist the senior mechanical engineer in designing the product or tooling. The candidate will work closely with the manufacturing engineer to ensure that the product can be produced and will aid in the design of the necessary tools and equipment required to produce the product. The candidate will assist in the procurement of the program mechanical, electrical and optical components.

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 Mechanical Engineering or related field.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of 3D CAD systems, preferably Pro-E/Creo.
Knowledge of basic mechanical engineering, principles, theories, and concepts.
Inquisitive and enthusiastic

Responsibilities

Mechanical design and drafting to the Mechanical Engineering department.
Under general direction, perform mechanical design and minor analysis
Assist in the construction of infrared focal plane array packaging.
Assist the senior mechanical engineer in designing the product or tooling.
Work closely with the manufacturing engineer to ensure that the product can be produced and will aid in the design of the necessary tools and equipment required to produce the product.
Assist in the procurement of the program mechanical, electrical and optical components.