2026 Systems Engineering Intern Onsite Indianapolis, IN

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

IN206: 3939PriorityWay 3939 Priority Way Building 6 Indianapolis IN 46240 USA

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:

None/Not Required

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 todays mission and stay ahead of tomorrows threat. Our team solves tough meaningful problems that create a safer more secure world.

Job Summary:

As a Systems Engineering Intern within the Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities: Space & Airborne Center you will interface with a team of talented and experienced engineers in performing many core activities to include design development or test at the system subsystem and component level. The selected candidates will apply technical standards principles theories concepts and techniques to solve customer needs by providing customized engineering services and products for unique customer missions. You may also perform functional / physical analysis allocation and trade studies.

This position is onsite role:

This position can be a Sophomore Junior or Senior Technical Intern based on the candidates qualifications and standing as outlined below:

• (Sophomore Technical Intern) - must be enrolled in a Bachelors degree program and classified as a Sophomore by start of internship and provide proof of graduation prior to first day of employment.
• (Junior Technical Intern) - must be enrolled in a Bachelors degree program and classified as a Junior by start of internship and provide proof of graduation prior to first day of employment.
• (Senior Technical Intern)- must be enrolled in a Bachelors degree program and classified as a Senior by start of internship and provide proof of graduation prior to first day of employment.

What You Will Do:

• Support systems requirement development and analysis.
• Support activities in our labs and document requirement verifications.
• Complete and compile detailed performance evaluations including the use of analysis tools such as MATLAB
• Prepare and present results in reports and briefings to internal or external stakeholders

Qualifications You Must Have:

• This position is for an intern who is enrolled in a Bachelors (or higher) Electrical Engineering Systems Engineering or Aerospace Engineering degree program
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Academic or internship experience that included hands-on testing of electronic equipment
• Exposure to troubleshooting technical issues with electronics in an academic or internship setting or as part of a hobby
• Exposure to data analysis using tools such as MATLAB and/or C

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience or coursework in Systems Engineering
• Extracurricular involvement in school groups/clubs and/or the community
• 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher
• Basic understanding on how radar systems are developed and function
• Understanding of radar modes and operation such as air/air detection air/ground detection and ground mapping capabilities
• Understanding of radar hardware such as receiver/exciters antennas processors and the key performance parameters associated with each
• Understanding of radar timelines and timing and control
• Understanding of the different types of waveforms used/available and the pros and cons of each
• Understanding of radar performance predictions such as detection range and dynamic range and how these flow down to hardware parameters
• Understanding of the different stages of radar testing (hardware radar lab flight test production)
• Ability to analyze issues and define solutions
• Strong communication skills including effective written verbal and listening skills Self-starter with the ability to independently pursue information and solve problems
• Proven strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment Ability to problem solve and seek out additional resources

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 upload a copy of your most recent transcripts with your resume when applying to this requisition. Include your cumulative GPA and projected graduation date on your resume.

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.

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS) an agency of the Department of Defense handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 37000 USD - 82000 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 candidates 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 companys 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.

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