2026 Intern - Process Engineering Intern - Onsite (CA)

Date Posted:

2026-02-26

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-GOLETA-B01 ~ 6825 Cortona Dr ~ BLDG B01

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 today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. 

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.

This position is for an intern who will be entering their sophomore or higher year by the start of summer 2026.

We are pleased to announce the Summer 2026 RVS Internship Program, offering students a unique opportunity to gain valuable professional experience and practical skills. This program will feature a cohort of talented individuals from multiple disciplines, including Engineering, Operations, and Business Development.

Participants will engage in meaningful, hands-on projects, gaining insights into RVS operations with opportunities across a multitude of factories including cutting-edge semiconductor fabs, precision alignment work cells, Industry 4.0 automation cells, thin films deposition labs, and a variety of other exciting technologies. The program provides opportunities for professional development, networking, and collaboration with peers, leaders, and employees across the organization. Additionally, interns will enjoy a variety of engaging and interactive events designed to enhance their overall experience.

Raytheon Vision Systems (RVS) is a world leader in the research, design, and manufacturing of focal plane arrays and flight-based vision systems supporting a myriad of defense, surveillance, space, and weather tracking applications. We have an opportunity for a Process Engineering intern to join our team in Goleta, California.

What You Will Do

• Support Operations Engineering team to drive continuous improvement and production sustainment projects across the manufacturing engineering organization.
• Determine the causes of defects and improve processes through updates to work instructions, tooling, process, or equipment, present results of investigations to peers and management.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams and gain exposure to the different facets of cutting-edge aerospace manufacturing.
• Apply skills learned in an academic setting to solve real world engineering problems in an advanced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must be at least a sophomore by the start of summer 2026 pursuing a degree of in Physics, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or closely related engineering field.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access the financial management system due to government contractual requirements.

Qualifications We Prefer

• 3.0 cumulative GPA desired
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PPT, Project, Word)
• Previous manufacturing / process engineering experience

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.

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Location: Goleta, CA

• 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.

• Relocation assistance is NOT available for this role

• 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 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.

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