About the role#
This Systems Engineering Intern position is a full-time, on-site role based in El Segundo, California, for the Summer 2027 term. You will work directly with cross-functional teams to support active development milestones and contribute to systems engineering solutions. Please note that U.S. citizenship is required for this role.
What you'll do#
- Partner with Senior Engineers to receive technical direction and incorporate feedback into your daily tasks.
- Assist with engineering work across the entire development lifecycle.
- Perform initial systems design and support hands-on integration and testing.
- Complete necessary product documentation.
- Participate in design reviews, technical discussions, and lab verification sessions.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related STEM major.
- Requirement to remain actively enrolled through the end of the internship.
- Experience with electronic test and measurement equipment like oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, and signal generators is preferred.
- Software development experience, particularly with Python, is preferred.
- Prior internship or work experience at RTX is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: El Segundo, CA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This position is paid.
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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