About the role#
As a Software Engineering Intern, you will join the Raytheon team for the Summer 2027 session as part of the Raytheon Fellowship Program. You will work on satellite ground systems and related software projects within an Agile development environment. This role is based in Aurora, Colorado, and requires on-site attendance.
What you'll do#
- Design, develop, test, deliver, and maintain software for satellite ground systems.
- Implement AI/ML processing tools and develop software algorithms.
- Model complex satellite systems and simulate them to understand mission performance.
- Perform system trade studies to evaluate design options.
- Improve software efficiency across production systems.
- Collaborate with teams of engineers, architects, and leaders to deliver software solutions.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment at Virginia Tech pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science.
- Completion of at least 60 credit hours by the start of the internship.
- Active enrollment status through the end of the internship session.
- Demonstrated experience developing object-oriented software using C++ or Java.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.
Location & details#
- Location: Aurora, Colorado.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
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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