Mechanical Systems Design Intern (Summer 2027)(Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-10-29 Country: United States of America

 Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC 400 Main St BLDG ETC

 Position Role Type: Onsite

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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 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. What You Will Do As a Mechanical Systems Design Intern, at Pratt & Whitney you will…… • Play a vital role in creating and modifying mechanical designs to meet project requirements.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver engineering solutions. • Support build and teardown activities, ensuring designs are implemented correctly.

• Utilize engineering drawings and follow written and verbal instructions. • Apply knowledge of CAD tools, such as Unigraphics NX or similar software, to develop models and drawings.

• Work closely with engineering teams to ensure project success. What You Will Learn • Develop technical depth in key Design Discipline areas, including blueprint interpretation, component design & modelling, and tolerance stack analysis • How to engage cross‑disciplinary teams to perform Design tasks.

• How Bearing Compartments function and play a crucial role in Engine function • How to communicate complex technical topics effectively to Design and Integrated Product Team (CIPT) members • How to independently plan and execute the technical path for small Design tasks • Engineering Interns at Pratt & Whitney work on challenging, meaningful, and impactful projects across our business.

• Our intern program seeks to help you develop an understanding of the aerospace industry and learn about our company and its operations. Qualifications You Must Have • Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) field and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship session • Experience with Unigraphics NX or similar computer-aided design (CAD) tools.

• Minimum Cumulative GPA of 3.0 Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects Qualifications We Prefer • Experience reading engineering drawings.

• Experience with design or modeling of mechanical components. • Experience with manufacturing methods such as machining, casting, or forging. • Experience independently executing multiple tasks What We Offer • Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world.

At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. • Relocation Eligibility Learn More & Apply Now! Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

This position is classified as: 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.

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 37,000 USD - 82,000 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.