2026 Intern – Quality Engineering Intern - Onsite (AZ)

Quality Engineer Intern

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.

As a Quality Engineer intern, you will acquire an understanding of what is required to be the Quality interface and drive overall quality performance including continuous improvement and implementation of lean/agile methodologies. You will help to ensure programs meet customer objectives by working closely with other functions to support rapid closure of issues utilizing analytical capabilities and communication skills. You will work in a results-based culture with a strong focus on continuous improvement.

What You Will Do

• Participation in root cause analysis, corrective and preventative action solutions
• Analyze and interpret trends
• Ensure flow down and compliance to Raytheon and contract program requirements, both internally and to external suppliers
• Interface with Raytheon's supplier base to resolve any open issues
• Review and disposition nonconformances and nonconforming material
• Interface with customers and DCMA to ensure compliance and resolution of any reported issues
• Review major deliverables to ensure contract compliance prior to delivery to customer. Includes reviewing major deviations and waivers, acceptance test results and all major anomaly conditions

Qualifications You Must Have

• Candidate must be enrolled and pursuing a BA, BS, or Masters degree in the area of Engineering, Systems Information, or Information Technology
• The ability to obtain a US security clearance. US citizenship is required as only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Minimum GPA of 3.0 or above
• Analytical skills in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action
• Ability to build effective relationships through partnering and collaboration.
• Experience in continuous improvement processes such as Six Sigma and/or Lean Methodologies
• Ability to operate in a dynamic and challenging, team-oriented environment.
• Experience with Python or programming

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At Raytheon we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

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. Raytheon 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. Raytheon 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 Raytheon to shorten or extend the application window.

Raytheon 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. Raytheon 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.