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

Prattwhitney; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Part time

Job summary

RTX seeks an Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC/EMI) Engineering Co-op for Spring/Summer 2027 to support EMI/EMC activities for advanced products and systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and assist in testing, documentation, and project coordination.

Join Collins Aerospace within RTX to work on EMC topics, learn from senior engineers, and contribute to development, qualification, and certification efforts with a focus on safety and performance.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, EMC, or related STEM field through internship/co-op term.
• Experience with EMC design and aerospace standards (MIL-STD-461/464/704, DO-160 or equivalent).
• Experience with EMC simulation/modeling tools.
• Experience with automation/scripting of processes including document generation.
• Experience gained via coursework, projects, or on-the-job.

Responsibilities

• Support development and qualification activities for assigned EMI/EMC programs.
• Assist with creation of technical plans, procedures, and reports under supervision.
• Collaborate with senior EMI/EMC engineers to grow expertise.
• Coordinate EMI/EMC development, qualification, and certification testing with cross-functional teams.
• Identify process improvements to accelerate schedules and reduce costs.
• Demonstrate dependability, problem solving, and teamwork.
• Communicate effectively with team, management, and customers.
• Occasional local travel for test setup; possible schedule shifts as needed.
• Mentor and share knowledge to help grow teammates.

Skills

EMC design

Aerospace standards

EMC simulation tools

Automation scripting

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

PCB design software

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.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.

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.

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.

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 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.