Electromagnetic Compatibility Engineering Co-Op (Spring/Summer 2027)

Collins Aerospace; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Holidays

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is hiring an EMI/EMC Engineering Co-op for the Spring/Summer 2027 session in Rockford, IL. You will support EMI/EMC activities for advanced products, coordinate testing, and document technical inputs under senior engineers, gaining hands-on experience in EMC topics.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop expertise, and contribute to qualification and certification testing while exploring process improvements and cost savings.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetic Compatibility, or related STEM and enrolled through the internship/co-op session.
• Experience with EMC design and aerospace standards (e.g., MIL-STD-461/464/704, DO-160).
• Experience with EMC simulation/modeling tools.
• Experience with automation/scripting of processes and document generation.

Responsibilities

• Support development and qualification activities for assigned programs and projects, including testing, documentation, and project coordination.
• Support generation of documentation inputs under the direction of a senior engineer, which may include technical plans, procedures, and reports.
• Collaborate with senior EMI/EMC engineers to develop expertise in EMC topics and expand technical knowledge.
• Support and coordinate EMI/EMC development, qualification, and certification testing, facilitating effective communication across cross‑functional teams and suppliers.
• Explore opportunities to improve processes, accelerate schedules, and realize cost savings.
• Demonstrate self‑motivation, dependability, problem‑solving skills, and a team‑first approach.
• Communicate effectively with team members, management, and customers.
• Local travel may be required to support test setup and activities, and occasionally shifting of work hours may also be necessary based on program needs.
• Facilitate the growth of other team members through mentorship and knowledge sharing.

Skills

EMC design

Aerospace standards

Automation scripting

Documentation generation

Education

Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM

Tools

EMC simulation tools

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-27

Country: United States of America

Location: US-IL-ROCKFORD-P6 4747 Harrison Ave 4747 HARRISON AVE-P6

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.

We are seeking an Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMI/EMC) Engineering Co‑op for the Spring/Summer 2027 session who is ready to take on challenging technical work and make a real impact. We are seeking someone who will support EMI/EMC activities for advanced products and systems, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams in support of these activities. At Collins Aerospace, your work matters, you’ll help build safer, more efficient, and sustainable flight systems while growing your skills and influence in a collaborative, innovative environment. If you are passionate about EMC/EMI and ready to make an impact, we are seeking you to join our team.

What You Will Do:

• Support development and qualification activities for assigned programs and projects, including testing, documentation, and project coordination.
• Support generation of documentation inputs under the direction of a senior engineer, which may include technical plans, procedures, and reports.
• Collaborate with senior EMI/EMC engineers to develop expertise in EMC topics and expand technical knowledge.
• Support and coordinate EMI/EMC development, qualification, and certification testing, facilitating effective communication across cross‑functional teams and suppliers.
• Explore opportunities to improve processes, accelerate schedules, and realize cost savings.
• Demonstrate self‑motivation, dependability, problem‑solving skills, and a team‑first approach.
• Communicate effectively with team members, management, and customers.
• Local travel may be required to support test setup and activities, and occasionally shifting of work hours may also be necessary based on program needs.
• Facilitate the growth of other team members through mentorship and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Must be pursuing Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetic Compatibility, or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co‑op session.
• Experience with EMC design and aerospace standards, including MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, MIL-STD-704, DO-160, or equivalent commercial standards.
• Experience with EMC simulation/modeling tools.
• Experience with automation/scripting of processes, including document generation.

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

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with taking design concepts from block diagrams or requirements to developing complete hardware designs, including verification through testing and integration.
• Experience using PCB electronic circuit design software: signal integrity, power integrity and analog simulation.

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.

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.

• 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. 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.

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