Summer 2027 Embedded Software Engineering Intern (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a student for an onsite position in East Hartford, CT to contribute to the Real-Time Embedded Systems discipline. You will work on embedded software for engine control and diagnostic systems, collaborating with engineers across modules to ensure software quality and integration.

Ideal candidates are pursuing degrees in computer or electrical engineering or related STEM fields with a strong GPA, familiar with C/C++, Python, RTOS, and Agile tools such as JIRA and Git.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher in computer/electrical engineering or STEM and enrolled through internship.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to embedded software requirements, architecture, and low-level design in C.
• Assist compliance with MIL-STD-516 and DO-178 airworthiness standards.
• Support hardware/software integration and debugging on target platforms.
• Collaborate with system architects and cross-functional teams; report status and risks.

Skills

C

C++

Python

RTOS

Embedded concepts

Ethernet stacks

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering or STEM

GPA 3.0+

Tools

JIRA

Git

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-30

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

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

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:

Control & Diagnostic Systems (CDS) is a dynamic engineering organization focused on the development and certification of military, commercial and industrial gas turbine engine control and diagnostic systems. CDS is responsible for all aspects of Pratt & Whitney engine control and diagnostic system development including requirements analysis & definition, system & software architecture, algorithm design and product software design, verification & validation. We integrate the control and diagnostic system design across other engine system modules and with the air vehicles and provide support throughout the complete engine product life cycle.

The Real-Time Embedded Systems discipline within CDS is responsible for the foundational software layer that abstracts the hardware and manages the resources for engine control and prognostic and health management applications for Pratt & Whitney engines using state-of-the-art technologies, tools & methodologies.

• Contribute to requirements definition, software architecture, and low-level design activities for embedded software developed in C.
• Assist development activities to support compliance with airworthiness standards (MIL-STD-516 and DO-178)
• Support hardware/software integration and debugging on target platforms using logic analyzers, emulators, and hardware test benches.
• Collaborate with system architects and cross-functional engineering teams; communicate technical status, risks, and mitigation plans within the work area.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Must be pursing a Bachelors degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or STEM major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Demonstrated software programming experience in C, C++, Python
• Basic understanding of real-time embedded software concepts such as scheduling, concurrency, coherency
• Experience with real-time operating systems and multi-core processors.
• Familiarity with SPI, MIL-STD-1394, MIL-STD-1553, and/or the Ethernet communication stacks
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and software Configuration Management - JIRA and Git

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

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

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 attendselect 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. 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.