Component Electrical Test Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)(Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-11-10



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E01 ~ 2000 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E01



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

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.

At Raytheon, the Materials & Process Engineering / Failure Analysis Department provides full-service analysis and test of components as well as circuit card processing, materials manufacturing, testing, qualification, and special processes for all intended applications – commercial, ground, airborne, military and space. Responsible for formal analyses, such as Destructive Physical Analysis (DPA) and Failure Analysis (FA), Prohibited Materials Inspection (PMI), PWB Coupon Assessment, Suspect Counterfeit Parts Testing from Non-Franchise Distributors. We also perform design verification testing, component characterization, upgrade, screening, qualification and environmental testing. In addition, we provide radiation characterization and lot acceptance testing, latch-up, single event upset, and neutron testing (CT). We also support customer-directed test or analysis to any internal or contracted capability as a Technical Service (TS) request. Moreover, we provide materials invention, development, characterization and application. Additionally, we provide manufacturability and producibility assessments, and production and transition to production support. We work closely with programs, suppliers and end users to conduct thorough investigations of failure events. Develop test plans that address both customer needs and program budgets and schedule.

What You Will Do:

• Test and troubleshoot various types of electrical components (digital, analog, power, RF, etc.) in a laboratory environment.
• Other activities may include developing solutions to test issues, developing productivity and efficiency enhancements, updating design documentation, working with suppliers to resolve component issues, and evaluating design changes.
• The candidate will work in a multi-disciplined product team with test technicians, factory facilitators, operations managers, other engineers, and Quality Assurance personnel.

What You Will Learn:

• Test methodologies for electronics and electrical components
• Laboratory test equipments
• Design test fixtures
• Software development

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) degree 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 with EE lab equipment such as multimeters, signal sources, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, and network analyzers

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Ability to read drawings and electrical schematics
• Conduct failure investigations and provide recommendations to address systemic issues and to prevent recurrence
• Good communication skills

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 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. 

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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