About the role#
This Systems Engineer Co-Op position is part of the Raytheon Cooperative Education Program. It is a part-time, remote role designed for students who are currently pursuing a degree and intend to graduate in December 2027. This program focuses on professional development, security clearance processing, and mentorship. Upon graduation and successful clearance approval, you will transition into a full-time, onsite position in Aurora, Colorado, to support system design, development, and maintenance.
What you'll do#
During your time in the co-op, you will focus on preparing for your future career at Raytheon. This includes:
- Participating in monthly engagement seminars.
- Completing required training modules.
- Engaging in activities necessary to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.
- Meeting regularly with an assigned mentor.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Senior or Post-Graduate student with a graduation date of December 2027.
- A major in Computer Science or a related STEM discipline.
- Hands-on experience with testing electronic equipment, whether through academic projects or previous internships.
- Experience troubleshooting technical issues with electronics.
- Exposure to data analysis using MATLAB.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.
Location & details#
- This role is remote during the co-op period.
- Future full-time employment will be based in Aurora, Colorado.
- This is a part-time position requiring approximately 2-4 hours per month for program activities.
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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