Software Project Engineer Intern (Summer 2027) Onsite

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Annual incentive programs

Job summary

RTX offers an onsite internship in Windsor Locks, CT, focused on embedded solutions and program execution. You will work with an experienced team to learn aerospace engineering processes, participate in root cause analysis, and gain exposure to world-class hardware and software development practices.

Must be enrolled in an Engineering degree program. You will learn to apply Collins Aerospace processes, work with cross-functional teams, and develop skills in requirements flow, design, test, and

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Engineering and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co‑op session.

Responsibilities

• Drive the program forward with the Project Engineering lead.
• Track project tasks and follow up with team members to ensure timely closure.
• Partner with engineering, test, and manufacturing teams to support program execution.
• Participate in root cause analysis and resolution of complex hardware–software issues.
• Follow Collins Aerospace processes and tools to improve product quality and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Project management

Budgeting

Education

Engineering degree (Bachelor's/Advanced)

Tools

Project tracking tools

Job description

Location: US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1

What You Will Do

Work with the Project Engineering lead on the program to drive the program forward. Help track project tasks and follow up with team members to ensure timely closure. Partner with engineering, test, and manufacturing teams to support program execution. Participate in root cause analysis and resolution of complex hardware-software issues. Understand and utilize the appropriate Collins Aerospace processes and tools during product and software development, resulting in increased product quality and improving customer satisfaction.

What You Will Learn

You will work with an experienced team to learn best practices and Collins’ engineering processes for implementing world-class embedded solutions. You will get to work with cutting edge technologies developed both in-house and by external vendors. Set a foundation to improve your engineering skills and ability to resolve complex problems. Learn how requirements flow through design, test, and verification Exposure to aerospace certification, standards, or design reviews.

Qualifications You Must Have

Must be pursuing Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Engineering and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co‑op session.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communications skills
• Ability to work independently
• Experience in project management
• Experience in budgeting as it relates to projects

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. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility. 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.

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.

• 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
• annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position 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.

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.