Raytheon · 9 hours ago
2026 Intern - Energetics & Propulsion Engineer Intern - Onsite
Tucson, AZ
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$37K/yr - $82K/yrRaytheon is a leading defense contractor dedicated to helping the nation and allies defend freedoms. They are seeking an Energetics & Propulsion Engineer Intern to apply advanced technologies and scientific principles in the integration of propulsion systems into missile systems and space vehicles.
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No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Apply or develop highly advanced technologies, scientific principles, theories and concepts to the systems integration of propulsion, thrusters, controllers, software, mechanical and electrical interfaces for integration into missile systems and space vehicles
You will involve both development and production programs across Raytheon Product Lines
Review manufacturing processes and problem resolution as well as working directly with subcontractors on the design and manufacturing of propulsion systems, especially solid rocket motors
Work in a collaborative environment with program management in long-range program planning concerning new or projected areas of technological research and advancements and be a key spokesperson on program’s technical capabilities and future directions
Qualification
Required
This position is for an intern who is enrolled in a Bachelor's (or higher) degree program and will be at minimum, entering their Senior year by the start of summer 2026
Must be pursuing as Bachelors or graduate degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1
Preferred
Familiarity with Matlab
Prior propulsion or energetics experience
Active Secret or Top Secret clearance
Benefits
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
Holidays
Company
Raytheon
Raytheon, an RTX business, creates next-generation defense solutions that are smarter, faster and better than previously thought possible.
Founded in 1948
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$16MKey Investors
United States Air Force
2012-01-17Series Unknown· $5.5M
2009-10-26Acquired
2009-10-01Series Unknown· $10.5M
Leadership Team
Arunava Chatterjee
Executive Director of Ghost Black Operations & CEO & CTO
Kieran Nolan
Chief Enterprise Architect / IT CTO
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