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Systems Engineering - Intern (Onsite) with Security Clearance

RTXHuntsville, AL🇺🇸United StatesPosted 1 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Gain invaluable hands-on experience in systems engineering with RTX, a leader in aerospace and defense, where you'll contribute to critical projects and develop advanced technical skills. This onsite internship in Huntsville, AL, is ideal for driven STEM students with an active Secret security clearance, offering a fantastic opportunity to launch your career in a dynamic and impactful industry. You'll collaborate with experts, learn cutting-edge technologies, and build a strong foundation for future success.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Entry Level
Employment type
Employee
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Huntsville, AL, United States
Posted
Yesterday

Job Description

Date Posted

2026-09-01
Country:
United States of America Location:
US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-401 ~ 401 Jan Davis Dr NW ~ JAN DAVIS 401 Position Role Type:
Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date 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

  • Support engineering activities that include integration and test, modeling and simulation, requirements analysis, data analysis, and ground test and flight test data analysis
  • Document analysis results in reports and briefings for internal and external stakeholders
  • Participate in key processes such as peer, gate, and test readiness reviews
  • This position is an onsite role in Huntsville, AL. Occasional travel between Raytheon facilities in Huntsville AL is expected to support testing activities. What You Will Learn
  • After completion of comprehensive on-the-job training, the candidate will be a part of a team supporting Systems Integration & Test activities across the product development lifecycle Qualifications You Must Have
  • Must be pursuing a Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session
  • Must have a minimum of 60 hours of credit by the start of the internship / co-op session
  • Experience troubleshooting technical software or hardware issues, creating analysis tools and/or automating data sets
  • Experience scripting using MATLAB, Python, C/C++, Linux, Unix, and/or other programming languages
  • Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects Qualifications We Prefer
  • Prior RTX internship, co-op, or work experience.
  • Knowledge of integration, verification, or radar operation concepts
  • Experience with MATLAB, Linux Operating Systems, and Shell scripting and with integrating software with hardware/electronics
  • Experience in developing and evaluating hardware and test requirements
  • Experience with creating test procedures, test scripts, and maintaining configuration control documentation

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 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. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility.

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.

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