Electrical Design Engineer Intern Summer 2027

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to join the Engine Control Systems Electrical Design Team onsite in Windsor Locks. You will assist in the design, analysis, and testing of electronic engine controls for aircraft engines, working with engineers to verify designs and support testing across disciplines.

You will gain hands-on experience with analog and digital circuit design, learn about hardware/software integration on engines, and develop communication and teamwork skills in a

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or STEM major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
• Experience with analog and/or digital circuit design.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Apps.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, analysis, and testing of electronic engine controls for aircraft engines.
• Conduct analysis and simulations of electrical circuits within electronic engine controls.
• Perform hands on design verification testing and qualification testing of electronic engine controls.
• Assist with troubleshooting and root cause analysis of production and field issues.
• Collaborate with other technical disciplines to solve challenging multi-disciplinary problems.

Skills

Analog circuit design

Digital circuit design

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Power Apps

Education

Electrical Engineering or STEM degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Power Apps

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-29

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1 1 Hamilton Rd BLDG 1

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

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.

This position is for an Electrical Engineering Internship on the Engine Control Systems Electrical Design Team. This summer internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the aerospace industry. You will work alongside early career, mid career, and senior engineers on the design, analysis, and testing of Electronic Engine Controls. Our Electronic Engine Controls can be found on commercial and military aircraft engines around the world!

What You Will Do:

• Assist in the design, analysis, and testing of electronic engine controls for aircraft engines.
• Conduct analysis and simulations of electrical circuits within electronic engine controls.
• Perform hands on design verification testing and qualification testing of electronic engine controls.
• Assist with troubleshooting and root cause analysis of production and field issues.
• Collaborate with other technical disciplines to solve challenging multi-disciplinary problems.

What You Will Learn:

• Electronic Hardware Development process of electronic engine controls, from initial conceptual design through verification and integration testing.
• Develop skills in identifying and resolving issues in fielded electronic engine controls.
• Understand how electronic engine controls integrate with other hardware and software on aircraft engines and airframes.
• Gain insights into project planning, team collaboration, and effective communication within an engineering team.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Must be pursuing Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
• Experience with analog and/or digital circuit design.
• Experience using Microsoft tools such as Excel, Word, and Power Apps

Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

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.

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.