Systems Engineer - Spring/Summer Co-op 2027 - (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

RTX is seeking a highly motivated student for an internship/co-op in Cedar Rapids, IA, to collaborate with systems, software, and hardware engineers on avionics display solutions. The role emphasizes developing system-level tests and building software tools for integration, verification, and validation.

The program targets STEM students with a minimum 3.0 GPA, enrolled through the internship period, and experience in at least one programming or scripting language is preferred.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in a STEM field with GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Active enrolment through the internship/co-op period is required.
• Experience with at least one programming or scripting language is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with systems, software, and hardware engineers to develop avionics display solutions.
• Develop and execute system-level operational tests for avionics display systems.
• Create software tools to support display system integration, verification and validation.

Skills

Programming experience

Scripting experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in STEM

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-29 Country: United States of America Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-131 ~ 5450 C Ave NE ~ BLDG 131 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The company will offer immigration sponsorship for this position, if needed. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role. 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 other systems, software, and hardware engineers to create avionics display solutions that are high quality, reliable and safe
• Develop and execute system-level operational tests for Avionics Display Systems
• Develop software tools to support display system integration, verification and validation

What You Will Learn

• Implementation of multiple phases of the system development lifecycle including requirements capture, system design and modeling, integration, system verification and validation
• Application of industry standards and processes, such as ARINC 661, ARINC 664, and ARP-4754

Qualifications You Must Have

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-OP session.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above is required.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with at least one programming or scripting language

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.

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.

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.

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.