Project Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Prattwhitney; North Carolina; 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 inviting aspiring engineers in Winston-Salem, NC to support aerospace seating projects, contributing to design studies and drafting engineering bids for MAU programs. You will collaborate across teams to ensure feasible, manufacturable solutions.

Gain experience with CAD tools ( Creo, SolidWorks, NX, CATIA, AutoCAD, Autodesk ) and apply AI-driven optimization to reduce quotation turnaround times while learning about BFQ metrics and BOM generation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a STEM bachelor’s or advanced degree and enrolled through the internship session.
• Experience with CAD software such as Creo, SolidWorks, NX, Catia, AutoCAD, Autodesk or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Author design and project engineering portions of bids and proposals for MAU programs.
• Perform design and packaging studies using CAD to ensure fit, form and function of seating assemblies and aircraft seating layouts.
• Utilize AI and optimization tools to shorten the turnaround time for Engineering quotations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and participate in design reviews.
• Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs) for potential MAU programs for bids.
• Summarize key metrics for Engineering quotations, including non‑recurring hours, hard costs, and recurring kits.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or advanced STEM degree

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

NX

Catia

AutoCAD

Autodesk

Job description

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.

What You Will Do

• Author Design and Project Engineering portions of bids & proposals for commercial seating Modifications and Upgrades (MAU) programs
• Perform design and packaging studies utilizing CAD to ensure fit, form and function of seating assemblies and aircraft seating layouts
• Utilize AI and other optimization tools to optimize processes and ultimately reduce the average turnaround time for Engineering quotations
• Operate within a team environment, working cross‑functionally to provide input on design solutions and actively participating in design reviews
• Perform design studies to validate project proposals and support development activities
• Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs) for potential MAU programs to be included in bids & proposals
• Summarize key metrics for Engineering quotations, including non‑recurring Engineering hours, hard costs, and recurring kits that will be quotes to commercial airlines

What You Will Learn

• Mechanical Design: Enhance your ability to create designs that are efficient, reliable, and tailored for manufacturability and maintainability
• CAD Proficiency: Develop expertise in using NX software to prepare and release precise mechanical designs
• Bids & Proposals experience: Supporting the Sales and Business Development teams with drafting, checking, and releasing Engineering bids & proposals
• Material and Supplier Evaluation: Learn how to assess materials and parts and build strong communication skills for supplier collaboration
• Team Collaboration: Gain experience working in a cross‑functional team environment, contributing to design solutions and participating in collaborative design reviews
• Engineering Analysis: Strengthen your ability to perform detailed engineering calculations and support analytical designs through problem‑solving
• Validation Tools and Methodologies: Master the use of essential engineering tools such as prototype builds and DFMA to ensure robust and high‑performing designs
• Aerospace Applications: Develop an understanding of the unique challenges of aerospace engineering and how FAA requirements drive a variety of testing to replicate “real world scenarios” to ensure passenger safety

Qualifications Must Have

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co‑op session. Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software such as Creo, SolidWorks, NX, Catia, AutoCAD, Autodesk or equivalent. Experience may be obtained through on‑the‑job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and/or Outlook)
• Experience managing projects and working on cross‑functional teams
• A minimum of 60 hours of credit by the start of the internship / co‑op session
• 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.

Location

Location: US-NC-WINSTON SALEM-1455 ~ 1455 Fairchild Rd ~ ADMIN BLDG

Contract Type

Onsite

Eligibility

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Salary

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.

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. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement.

Incentives

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.

Geographic Scope

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.

Application Window

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

About RTX

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.