About the role#
This Systems Engineering internship provides hands-on experience with data acquisition and instrumentation for military and commercial engines. You will work on-site in Jupiter, Florida, supporting test facilities and engine validation operations. This is a full-time, paid position open to students pursuing degrees in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
What you'll do#
- Manage data acquisition and recording tasks for engine testing.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to review data before, during, and after tests.
- Set up test facilities and instrumentation measurement systems.
- Troubleshoot and calibrate devices within the lab or test facility.
- Operate data acquisition systems during validation testing.
- Communicate technical results and insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Coordinate with instrumentation technicians and engineering groups to ensure testing requirements are met.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree program for Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
- Completion of at least 60 credit hours by the start of the internship.
- U.S. citizenship is required for this role.
- Ability to work on-site in Jupiter, Florida.
Location & details#
- Location: Jupiter, Florida, USA.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
About Pratt & Whitney
Pratt and Whitney operates as a business unit of RTX. The company manufactures propulsion systems and auxiliary power units for aircraft. It maintains its headquarters in East Hartford, Connecticut. The organization employs over 30,000 people.
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