About the role#
This Systems Engineering Coop position supports the development of aircraft mechanical, electro-mechanical, and electronic systems. You will work on integration and testing, communication, networking, and requirements decomposition for cargo systems. This is a full-time, paid, on-site role based in Jamestown, North Dakota.
What you'll do#
- Perform technical trade studies and requirements allocation.
- Translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
- Review and update documentation.
- Test recent engineering releases and document problem reports.
- Provide status updates on testing progress and suggest resolutions for issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware and software designers, test engineers, supply chain, production, quality, field service, and customers.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Industrial Engineering (specifically human factors).
- Completion of at least 60 credit hours by the start of the co-op.
- Status as a U.S. Person.
- Prior engineering internship or co-op experience.
- Working knowledge of systems engineering principles.
- Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, or equivalent modeling software.
- Proficiency in software programming and lab work.
Location & details#
- Location: Jamestown, North Dakota.
- Term: Winter 2027 or Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: 37,000 USD to 82,000 USD.
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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