2027 Spring/Summer Sys Integration Engineering Co-op - Onsite

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Job summary

RTX invites students and interns to join our team in Cedar Rapids, IA, focusing on software design, testing, and deployment in real systems. You will troubleshoot networking, work with Linux and Python, and prepare customer demonstrations and guides as part of a hands-on learning experience.

This onsite internship/co-op program emphasizes collaboration within a security-clearance environment. Ideal candidates are pursuing engineering or STEM degrees, possess a High School Diploma, and

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and student must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or advanced degree in an Engineering or STEM major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co‑op session.

Responsibilities

• Design, test and deployment of software builds into the real system
• Troubleshooting networking and system configuration (UDP/IP, XML)
• Experience with Linux and Python to manage and interact with the system
• Provide customer support with demonstrations and user guides

Skills

Python

Microsoft Office

Active listening

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Pursuing Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Engineering or STEM

Job description

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-130 ~ 5350 C Ave NE ~ BLDG 130

Date Posted:

2026-09-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-130 ~ 5350 C Ave NE ~ BLDG 130

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: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Are 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 Do:

• Design, test and deployment of software builds into the real system
• Troubleshooting networking and system configuration (UDP/IP, XML)
• Experience with Linux and Python to manage and interact with the system
• Provide customer support with demonstrations and user guides

What You Will Learn

• Interaction of 4th and 5th gen aircraft interfaces to our tactical solutions
• Integration of our development products and government provided products
• Deployment of airborne and ground based equipment and software builds

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and student must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or advanced degree in an Engineering or STEM major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co‑op session.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Displays experience using Python or similar programming language
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Exhibits good listening and comprehension skills
• Meets expectations as a reliable member of a team
• Able to multi‑task and balance competing demands

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.
• Relocation Eligibility

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

As 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. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.