Quality Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

RTX; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

RTX's internship program offers hands-on experience in aerospace and defense. The Quality Engineer Intern will support Mission Systems Ejection Seating in Colorado Springs, assisting in inspection tooling, root-cause analysis, PFMEA activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This onsite internship requires current enrollment in an engineering degree, with preference for GD&T and 3D modeling skills.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Quality, Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• Will remain enrolled for the duration of the internship.
• Experience with GD&T, 3D modeling, and 2D print creation/interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation of inspection tooling and inspection work instructions.
• Reduce defects and escapes by performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Support Quality Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers with PFMEA activities.
• Implement process improvements using continuous improvement tools and methodologies.
• Support the production shelf-life program and the Layered Process Audit (LPA) program.

Skills

Communication

GD&T

3D modeling

2D drawing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quality, Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-27 Country: United States of America Location: US-CO-COLORADO SPRINGS-793 ~ 1225 Aeroplaza Dr ~ AEROPLAZA 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.

This position is for a Quality Engineer Intern who will be responsible for supporting Mission Systems Ejection Seating in Colorado Springs.

What you Will Do

• Assist in the creation of inspection tooling and inspection work instructions.
• Reduce defects and escapes by performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Support Quality Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers with Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) activities.
• Implement process improvements using continuous improvement tools and methodologies.
• Support the production shelf-life program and the Layered Process Audit (LPA) program.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Quality, Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field, and will remain enrolled for the duration of the internship.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Proven experience in effectively communicating across teams and platforms to successfully collaborate on projects and achieve goals.
• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), 3D modeling, and 2D print creation and interpretation.

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.

Job Type

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.

Compensation

• 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

• 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

Additional Compensation

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.

Location & Pay Structure

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.

Company Overview

Privacy Policy and Terms: 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.