Software Project Engineer Intern (Summer 2027) Onsite

RTX; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Job summary

RTX is offering an engineering-focused opportunity in Windsor Locks, CT, designed for students pursuing a Bachelor's or advanced degree in engineering. The role emphasizes hands-on collaboration with project engineering leads, tracking tasks, and coordinating with engineering, test, and manufacturing teams to push programs forward.

You will participate in root cause analysis of hardware-software issues and learn Collins Aerospace processes and tools to improve product quality and customer

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Engineering.
• Active enrollment through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills.

Responsibilities

• 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 Collins Aerospace processes and tools during product and software development, resulting in increased product quality and improving customer satisfaction.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Project management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's or advanced engineering degree

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-19

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1 1 Hamilton Rd BLDG 1

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:

• 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

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

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.