About the role#
This Reliability and Safety Engineering Co-Op position is a full-time, paid opportunity based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. We are looking for students to join us for the Summer and Fall 2027 terms. You will work on-site, collaborating with engineering teams to ensure the safety and reliability of our aviation products.
What you'll do#
- Perform reliability and maintainability modeling, predictions, and testing.
- Conduct FMEA/FMECA and FRACAS activities.
- Execute testability analysis and built-in-test demonstrations.
- Support the civil safety assessment process (ARP4761) or military assessments (MIL-STD-882E).
- Assist in defining system safety requirements for hardware, software, and systems.
- Participate in peer reviews and receive mentorship from senior engineers.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Computer Engineering or a related STEM field.
- Must remain actively enrolled through the end of the co-op session.
- Experience in systems, hardware, or software development gained through projects, coursework, research, or previous work.
- Ability to present technical information to peers, management, and customers.
- U.S. citizenship is required for this role.
- Prior internship or co-op experience with the company is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa (On-site).
- Term: Summer 2027 and Fall 2027.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
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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