Electrical Engineering Hardware Intern (Summer 2027)

Prattwhitney; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking an intern to participate in researching, developing, and testing electrical components and systems. You will troubleshoot production line problems, perform drawing designs, and collaborate with stakeholders on engineering projects.

The role offers exposure to power generation, transmission, rotating machinery, and servomechanisms, with to-be-defined benefits and a focus on hands-on learning in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Engineering, Applied Physics, or related STEM major and actively enrolled through the internship/co‑op session.
• Experience using MatLab, C, C++, Excel, JavaScript.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop, design, and test electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks; troubleshoot production line electrical issues.
• Complete drawing designs as required and use engineering software; consult with stakeholders on projects.
• Gain knowledge in power generation, transmission, distribution, rotating machinery, and servomechanisms.

Skills

MatLab

C

C++

Excel

JavaScript

Education

Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Engineering, Applied Physics, or ST EM major

Tools

eCAD Tools

Electronic design tools

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-28 Country: United States of America Location: US-FL-MELBOURNE-312 ~ 795 W Nasa Blvd ~ BLDG 312 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62 Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

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.

What You Will Do

Will participate in researching, developing, designing, and testing electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks as well as resolving day‑to‑day technical problems by troubleshooting electrical devices problems on the production line. Completes drawing designs as required, operates engineering software and equipment, and confers with stakeholders regarding engineering projects. Performs engineering work and applied research, development, and design for new products to ensure quality standards and functional objectives are met.

What You Will Learn

Gain knowledge about designing electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes. Gain knowledge in analyzing and evaluating new or improved electronic components. Includes power generation, transmission and distribution, rotating machinery, illumination, wire communication systems and servomechanisms.

Qualifications You Must Have

Must be pursuing Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Engineering, Applied Physics, or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co‑op session. Experience using MatLab, C, C+, Excel, JavaScript Experience using Microsoft Office products

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience using test equipment such as Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Power Meters
• Experience using eCAD Tools and Electronic design and simulation tools
• 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.

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
• 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. The salary range for this role is 37,000 USD - 82,000 USD. 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.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry‑leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 19020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.