About the role#
This Systems Engineer internship offers the opportunity to work on avionics display solutions. You will join a team of systems, software, and hardware engineers to support the development of reliable and safe aerospace technology. This is a full-time, paid position available for the Summer and Fall 2027 terms.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with engineering teams to create avionics display solutions.
- Develop and run system-level operational tests for Avionics Display Systems.
- Write software tools to support system integration, verification, and validation.
- Gain experience in the system development lifecycle, including requirements capture and system modeling.
- Apply industry standards such as ARINC 661, ARINC 664, and ARP-4754.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering.
- Active enrollment in your degree program through the end of the internship.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Experience with at least one programming or scripting language.
- Ability to work on-site in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
- Immigration sponsorship is available for this role if needed.
Location & details#
- Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 and Fall 2027.
- Compensation: Paid position.
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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