About the role#
This internship position is for a Component Electrical Test Engineer during the Summer 2027 term. You will work on-site in El Segundo, California. This is a full-time, paid role. U.S. citizenship is required to access program information.
What you'll do#
- Test and troubleshoot digital, analog, power, and RF electrical components in a laboratory setting.
- Develop solutions for test issues and create enhancements to improve productivity.
- Update design documentation and evaluate design changes.
- Collaborate with suppliers to resolve component issues.
- Work within a multi-disciplined team including test technicians, operations managers, Quality Assurance personnel, and other engineers.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's Degree program for Electrical Engineering or a related STEM field.
- Completion of at least 60 credit hours by the start of the internship.
- Experience using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal sources, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, and network analyzers.
- Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings.
- Capability to conduct failure investigations and provide recommendations to address systemic issues.
- Good communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: El Segundo, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
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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