2026 Intern Mechanical Design Engineering Onsite

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-GOLETA-B03 75 Coromar Dr BLDG B03

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

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.

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.

What You Will Learn

• Working knowledge of ProE/Creo
• Experience in practical mechanical design

Qualifications You Must Have

• This position is for an intern who is enrolled in a Bachelors (or higher) degree program and will be at minimum entering their Sophomore year by the start of Summer 2026
• Must be pursuing as bachelors or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Qualifications We Prefer

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

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.
• 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.

As 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 42000 USD - 88000 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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