About the role#
Raytheon is hiring for a part-time Systems Engineer Co-Op. This program is designed for students who are nearing the completion of their degree. During the co-op period, you will focus on professional development and security clearance processing. Upon graduation and successful clearance approval, you will transition into a full-time, onsite role in Aurora, Colorado, to support the design, development, and maintenance of systems for our customers.
What you'll do#
- Participate in monthly engagement seminars.
- Complete required training modules.
- Engage in security clearance activities.
- Meet regularly with an assigned mentor.
- Dedicate 2-4 hours per month to support engagement activities.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a Senior or Post-Graduate student in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related STEM field, with a graduation date of December 2027.
- U.S. citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
- Academic or internship experience involving hands-on testing of electronic equipment.
- Exposure to troubleshooting technical issues with electronics, whether in an academic setting, internship, or as a hobby.
- Experience with data analysis using tools such as MATLAB.
- Proficiency in Windows and UNIX platforms.
- Knowledge of scripting languages such as Perl, Python, or VBA.
- Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite.
- Exposure to Agile development principles and systems engineering lifecycles.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to define solutions.
- Ability to multi-task and work effectively with others.
- Previous internship experience is preferred.
Location & details#
- This position is remote during the co-op period.
- Upon conversion to full-time employment, the role will be based in Aurora, Colorado.
About Raytheon Technologies
Raytheon Technologies operates within the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing industry. The company functions as a public organization with a workforce exceeding 10,000 employees. It focuses on scientific research and complex problem solving. The entity currently operates under the name RTX.
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