System Engineering Co-op

Title: System Engineering Co-op (Remote) Location: US-CO-AURORA-S75 ~ 16800 E Centretech Pkwy ~ BLDG S75, United States of America Posted Date: Posted Today Employment Type: Part time Sidebar Info: RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

Job Description: Date Posted:2026-11-05 Country:United States of America Location:US-CO-AURORA-S75 ~ 16800 E Centretech Pkwy ~ BLDG S75 Position Role Type:Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Top Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.What You Will DoRaytheon’s Air & Space Defense Systems (ASDS) strategic business unit (SBU) specializes in multi-domain integrated air and missile defense, advanced sensors, space-based systems, hypersonics, effectors and cyber solutions. Focused on program execution, business growth and the highest level of customer satisfaction, the ASDS team provides customers with unmatched capabilities of detection and sensing, command and control, and air-to-air, air-to-surface, and surface-to-air munitions to accomplish air, space and missile defense missions.  Within ASDS, Space Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance is our Sub-SBU that delivers information superiority from space, multi-mission automation and orchestration, multiple intelligence (Multi-INT) and resilient operations, secure processing, and data management.Raytheon is hiring electrical engineers with an emphasis in RF communications and antenna system design and is part of the Raytheon Cooperative Education Program (Co‑op).  This is a part-time, remote role targeting senior or postgraduate students in electrical engineering with an expected graduation date of May 2027 or August 2027.Upon selection, Co‑op participants will complete a Co‑op Program Agreement and will be submitted for a U.S. Government security clearance, including completion of the Standard Form 86 (SF‑86).Raytheon will sponsor you for a U.S. government security clearance, and Co‑op participants must maintain eligibility for a U.S. Government security clearance throughout the program and subsequent employment.After completing your degree, program and clearance requirements, you will be considered for a full‑time role with Raytheon, onsite in Aurora, COEmployment is at‑will, and the program may end if academic, employment, or clearance requirements are not metSupport planning and execution of analysis, integration and verification, as well as troubleshoot test activities in our labs or OPS environmentsSupport failure data analyses, including root cause and corrective action processes with the use of advanced lab or field test equipmentComplete and compile detailed performance evaluations, including the use of analysis tools, such as MATLABSupport preparation and presentation of results in reports and briefings to internal or external stakeholdersSupport activities related to test and troubleshooting of hardwareSupport root-cause analysis & implement minor design changesMaintain engineering specifications, drawings and engineering databasesParticipate in engineering tag ups and meetings between the Program, System Engineering, and the Chief EngineerResolve and coordinate system technical solutions with Engineering teamsParticipate in periodic team meetings, interface teleconference meetings, working group meetingsSupport for mockup hardware, sustainment/depot returns and repairAfter completion of comprehensive on-the-job training, the candidate will be a part of a team supporting RF Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, Systems Integration & Test activities across the product development lifecycle.Qualifications You Must HaveEnrolled in a Bachelor’s or Masters’s degree in Electrical Engineering with an expected graduation date of May 2027 or August 2027Academic or internship experience that includes hands-on testing of electronic equipmentExposure troubleshooting technical issues with electronics in an academic or internship setting, or as part of a hobby to include the use of common commercial test equipment (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, Signal Generator, etc.)Exposure to data analysis using tools such as MATLABExperience with tools, such as Microsoft Office, Ansys HFSS or Python for data analysis and automationQualifications We PreferProficient use of Windows or UNIX platformsExperience with Perl, Python, VBA, and/or other scripting languagesExposure to Agile Development PrinciplesKnowledge of the Microsoft Office suitePrevious internship experienceExperience with electrical schematics, interface control documentation, communications protocolsExposure to reflector system design, antenna feed design, solid state amplifiers performance parameters, high power tube amplifiers technologyExposure with instrumentation and collection of large data sets, including the application of scripting or automation to data collection and analysisStrong analytical skills and problem-solving abilitiesBasic Engineering skills and interest in how systems are developed and functionAbility to multi-task in a fast-paced work environmentAbility to work effectively with others (or coworkers).What We Offer:Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.Learn More & Apply Now!Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. Remote: This position currently is designated as remote. Employees who are working in remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home) but may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. The successful candidate for this role will be required to reside and work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. territories).   #RaytheonSpaceAs part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.The salary range for this role is 37,000 USD - 82,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. 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