Test Engineering Analysis Intern (Summer 2027)(Onsite)

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid time off

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

RTX is seeking an Engineering Analysis Intern for Pratt & Whitney to support development engine tests and functional validation across product lines. You will learn engine systems, perform test procedures, and analyze data with engineering teams in a hands-on environment.

The program emphasizes ABET-aligned education, active involvement in test campaigns, and opportunities to contribute to aerospace projects with potential career paths at RTX.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s, or Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Engineering Science and Technology.
• Candidates must be actively enrolled in an ABET‑accredited program through the completion of the internship session.
• Must have a minimum of 30 hours of credit by the start of the internship session.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for development engine tests and functional validation.
• Coordinate test plans, instrumentation, and data analysis.
• Produce test reports and documentation for propulsion tests.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Continuous learning

Results focus

Education

ABET-accredited program

Engineering degree required

30 credit hours minimum

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

The Test Engineering (TE) Analysis team is an integral part of the overall engine test team. TE Analysis is involved in all phases of an engine test from pre-test planning & preparation, to test coverage & analysis, and test closure. The TE Analysis team works with all Component Integrated Product Teams (CIPTs) and test support groups to conduct safe and successful engine & flight tests. As a Test Engineering Analysis Intern at Pratt & Whitney, you will..... Provide engineering support for development engine tests and functional validation across the P&W product lines (Commercial, Military, and Industrial), while focusing on engine systems functional understanding, learning and validation through both analytical tools and data acquisition from testing. Support for test and analysis plans and coordination, instrumentation requirements coordination, pre-test predictions, test procedure development & methods, on-site /remote test coverage, test data management and validation, first pass post-test data analysis and test reporting and documentation for all propulsion systems tests and functional validation. Active participation in discipline improvement activities and knowledge management. Work with Test engineers & Test support teams to support engine test campaigns. Off-shift and weekend work may occur to gain test coverage experience.

What You Will Learn

• Develop an understanding of how aircraft engines operate as a system and how they are validated for use in the commercial and military applications.
• Develop an initial understanding of the engine system, including aero/functional, mechanical & engine control.
• Build knowledge and skills to develop engine test procedures and analyze engine test data.

Engineering Interns at Pratt & Whitney work on challenging, meaningful, and impactful projects across our business. Our intern program seeks to help you develop an understanding of the aerospace industry and learn about our company and its operations.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s, or Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Engineering Science and Technology.
• Candidates must be actively enrolled in an ABET‑accredited program through the completion of the internship session.
• Must have a minimum of 30 hours of credit by the start of the internship session.
• Minimum 3.0 Cumulative GPA Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience demonstrating results focus, teamwork, communication skills, analytical thinking, adaptability, and continuous learning.
• Prior RTX internship, co-op, or work experience.

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.

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.

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.

• 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.