Raytheon (RTX)

Raytheon, an RTX business and a global leader in aerospace and defense, specializes in missile systems manufacturing, with operations based in Tucson, Arizona. Testing missile fin actuation under load is crucial for Raytheon but often consumes significant time and labor without directly enhancing the missile actuation systems. The team was tasked with designing a missile…

The team is developing a low-cost unmanned aerial system capable of carrying a five-pound payload across a 10-mile range using commonly available materials and commercial avionics. Components are sourced from local hardware suppliers to enable accessible, point-of-use manufacturing. The fixed-wing design mirrors a Cessna aircraft, emphasizing load capacity and simplicity, while demonstrating innovation in sustainable,…