Advanced Measurement Str Data Recording Summer Intern Onsite

RTX; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation eligibility

Job summary

RTX in Middletown, CT offers an internship in Advanced Measurements and Structural Data Recording (SDR) within Development Operations. You will support engine instrumentation, data acquisition, and test facility readiness in on-site engine and rig test cells, coordinating with engineering and operations teams.

The role emphasizes collaboration, problem solving, and meticulous execution. Open to students pursuing mechanical, aerospace, chemical, computer, or electrical engineering degrees with

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical, Computer, or Electrical Engineering.
• Internship experience in aerospace or with RTX is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support internship role within Advanced Measurements and SDR Operations in Development Operations (DO).
• Consult with engineering and customer groups to establish requirements and perform mechanical/electrical installations, calibrations, and data acquisition tasks.
• Interact with test engineering and operations teams, demonstrating clear communication and attention to detail.

Education

Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical, Computer, or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-10

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-220A Aircraft Rd BLDG 220A

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

What You Will Do:

• Support an Internship Role within the Advanced Measurements and Structural Data Recording Operations department within Development Operations (DO). Perform a wide variety of technical tasks in support of engine instrumentation and test facility readiness for development and production testing. Structural Data Recording (SDR) supports engine test and assembly by configuring a high-speed data system to acquire stand acoustics and structural data from sensors installed on engine hardware and in the test cell, ensuring clean high quality data via real-time monitoring, identifying issues, and troubleshoot/repair sensors and wiring. These tests occur in our onsite engine and rig test cells, as well as at customer sites around the world. Advanced measurements comprises of Non-Interference Stress Measurement System (NSMS), Proximity, and Blade Tip Clearance. These technologies require our team to be immersed in the design, fabrication, calibration, and installation of these sensors during engine design, assembly, and test phase. Tasks include consultation with engineering and customer groups to establish requirements, mechanical and electrical installations, troubleshooting and calibration of devices in the test facility or lab, and running specialized data acquisition systems during validation testing.
• This position involves a high degree of interaction supporting both test engineering and operations groups requiring effective verbal and written communication skills.
• A strong emphasis is placed on dedication, innovation, collaboration, resourcefulness, and attention to detail.
• This organization supports testing and field operations across multiple company and customer sites throughout the US and the world.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Must be pursuing Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical, Computer, or Electrical Engineering, or related field and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Internship experience with Pratt & Whitney, RTX, or within the aerospace industry.
• Knowledge of instrumentation types and sensor applications in the aerospace industry and experience in other signal acquisition or processing software
• Experience in sensor wiring, terminations, egress, signal conditioning and data acquisition system operation and troubleshooting
• Experience/knowledge with sensor types including but not limited to strain gages, accelerometers, pressure transducers, thermocouples, proximity, and blade positioning optical measurement equipment.
• A good balance between mechanical and electrical aptitude.

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

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.