About the role#
This Systems Engineering Co-Op position focuses on the CH-53K program. You will work on AMS cockpit avionics and gain experience across the full lifecycle of systems engineering, from initial requirements capture to supporting fielded products. This is a full-time, paid opportunity for students pursuing a degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
What you'll do#
- Learn requirements capture and peer review processes for cockpit avionics.
- Decompose and allocate requirements to specific domains within Collins Aerospace.
- Create test procedures to verify system requirements.
- Execute requirements-based, robustness, and Ad-Hoc testing in a lab environment.
- Work within an Agile development team alongside professional engineers.
What you'll need#
- A High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree program in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related STEM field.
- Ability to remain enrolled through the completion of the co-op session.
- U.S. citizenship is required for this program.
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies is preferred.
- Basic experience with DOORS, JAMA, JIRA, and ALM tool suites is preferred.
- Foundational knowledge of requirements capture, configuration management, or integration and validation testing is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Terms: Summer 2027 and Fall 2027.
- Sponsorship: Not provided.
About RTX
RTX operates in the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing industry. The organization consists of three primary businesses: Collins Aerospace, Pratt and Whitney, and Raytheon. It produces advanced sensors, aircraft engines, and defense systems for the aerospace and defense sectors. The company is based in Arlington, Virginia and employs over 10,000 people.
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