Intern: Quality Metrology Lab (Summer 2027)

Pratt & Whitney; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Job summary

RTX, the world\'s largest aerospace and defense company, offers internships, co-ops and full-time careers that provide a strong foundation to work on complex problems and advance your skills. At RTX, 185,000 minds unite to push the boundaries of science and protect our world.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems with a century of flight innovation. Join us in Austin to contribute to metrology scanning, tooling design, and process review in a hands-on

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or advanced degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship

Responsibilities

• Assist with and perform volumetric metrology scanning using both computed tomography and structured light equipment
• Work with onsite tooling design team to produce nesting fixtures for parts being scanned
• Review work instructions and standard work documents for clarity and completeness

Skills

Volumetric metrology scanning

Computed tomography

Structured light equipment

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Metallurgy/Materials Science/Aerospace Engineering/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Location: US-TX-AUSTIN-1909 ~ 1909 Kramer Ln Braker E ~ BLDG E-300

Date Posted: 2026-09-09

Country: United States of America

Location: US-TX-AUSTIN-1909 ~ 1909 Kramer Ln Braker E ~ BLDG E-300

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 certain necessary systems.

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.

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.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• Assist with and perform volumetric metrology scanning using both computed tomography and structured light equipment
• Work with our onsite tooling design team to produce nesting fixtures for parts being scanned
• Review work instructions and standard work documents for clarity and completeness

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's or advanced degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship

Qualifications We Prefer

• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred
• Major or minor in Metallurgy or Materials Science
• Previous exposure to quality principles & tools
• Prior RTX internship, co-op or work experience

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

• 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‑­particular …

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.