Systems Engineering CNS Intern - Onsite

Prattwhitney; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Melbourne, FL is seeking students for an internship/co-op in the Avionics CNS directorate. You will design, verify, and qualify next-generation avionics systems and gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge CNS products.

You will participate in the full product development lifecycle, supporting requirements management, architecture, test planning, and data analysis while collaborating with global teams and engineers.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
• Must have a minimum of 60 hours of credit by the start of the internship / co-op session.
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, verify, and qualify next generation avionics CNS products.
• Join a collaborative product team and support design, integration, verification and validation activities.
• Participate in requirements management, systems architecture, test planning and data analysis.

Skills

Systems engineering principles

Python

Perl

Communication skills

Education

Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering degree

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-24 Country: United States of America Location: US-FL-MELBOURNE-312 ~ 795 W Nasa Blvd ~ BLDG 312 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

What You Will Do

• Collins Aerospace in Melbourne, FL is actively looking for students to join our Avionics Communication, Navigation and Surveillance (CNS) directorate.
• As part of our team, you will be involved in designing, verifying, and qualifying next generation avionics systems.
• Gain hands-on experience with our cutting-edge next generation avionics products.
• Join us and contribute to redefine the aerospace!
• You will participate in a collaborative integrated product team and support the design, integration, verification and validation of avionics CNS products.
• You will actively work in the full product development life-cycle activities and gain hands-on experience in requirements management, systems architecture, test planning and data analysis.
• You will assist in documentation of engineering work in compliance with company and regulatory standards.

What You Will Learn

• You will deepen your understanding of systems engineering, gaining insights into development and integration processes
• You will gain exposure to Avionics regulatory and certification requirements and processes
• You will expand your professional network, working alongside industry experts and global teams
• You will learn why people enjoy and feel fulfilled by working in our industry

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must be pursuing Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
• Must have a minimum of 60 hours of credit by the start of the internship / co-op session.
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Understanding of systems engineering principles and requirements management.
• Displays experience in any of the scripting languages, like Python, Perl.
• Strong interest in the aerospace industry and related fields
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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.
• 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.

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 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.

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms 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.