About the role#
The F135 Base High-Pressure Compressor Design Intern position is a full-time, paid opportunity for the Summer 2027 term. You will work on-site in Jupiter, Florida, as part of the F135 Base High-Pressure Compressor Component Integrated Product Team. This role requires U.S. citizenship to access program information.
What you'll do#
- Develop design solutions that meet program schedule milestones.
- Analyze and resolve non-conformances for new and fielded parts.
- Support the creation of serviceable limits for engine part defects.
- Investigate military engine field incidents to determine root causes and corrective actions.
- Assist with producibility improvement efforts alongside manufacturing vendors.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary Integrated Product Teams.
- Present and communicate your findings to customers and program management.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree program for Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering through the end of the internship.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Proficiency with CAD software, specifically NX Unigraphics or similar programs.
- Experience with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Previous internship or co-op experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with analysis tools like ANSYS and Workbench is a plus.
- Experience with engine hardware, engineering drawings, and manufacturing methods is helpful.
- Prior work experience with RTX is an advantage.
Location & details#
- Location: Jupiter, Florida.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
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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