Quality Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

RTX (Raytheon); Rainbow (CT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX in Windsor Locks, CT is seeking a Quality Engineering Intern to help develop and maintain high-quality engineering processes and products. You will gain hands-on experience while collaborating with professionals in a dynamic environment.

The role offers exposure to defect reduction, process improvements, and quality assurance activities, with on-site work in Windsor Locks, CT. Candidates must be actively pursuing an engineering degree in relevant fields and have familiarity with quality

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace or Manufacturing Engineering or related field for duration of internship.
• Experience with inspection tooling and quality assurance processes.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Supporting defect reduction initiatives through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborating with Quality Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers on manufacturing and inspection activities.
• Implementing process improvements using continuous improvement tools and methodologies.
• Applying engineering principles to support quality assurance activities.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Drawing interpretation

Inspection tooling

Quality assurance processes

Education

Engineering degree (Mech/Industrial/Aerospace/Manufacturing)

Tools

Power BI

GD&T

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-15

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1A ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1A

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.

What You Will Do

Join our Civil Space department in Windsor Locks, CT, as a Quality Engineering Intern. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and maintenance of high-quality engineering processes and products. You will gain hands‑on experience and collaborate with professionals in a dynamic environment.

• Supporting defect reduction initiatives through root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
• Collaborating with Quality Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers on manufacturing and inspection activities.
• Implementing process improvements using continuous improvement tools and methodologies.
• Applying engineering principles to support quality assurance activities.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Actively enrolled in a Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace or Manufacturing Engineering degree or a related field through the duration of the internship.
• Experience with inspection tooling and quality assurance processes.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis techniques.
• Experience reading and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Power BI for data analysis and visualization.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

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.

• 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

• 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

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.