Test Engineering Co-Op (Summer/Fall 2027)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

RTX is offering a Summer (June start) and Fall (late 2026) co-op in Test Engineering within the Avionics team. You will assist in developing test solutions for Collins Aerospace products, work on software tools to improve processes, and gain hands-on experience across internal and external customers.

You will need to pause fall 2026 studies, contribute to cross-functional projects, and demonstrate strong project management, process compliance, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Pursuing/Bachelor's or advanced degree in STEM.
• Experience with C++ and C#.
• Experience in AI/Data Analytics.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Engineers in developing and maintaining test solutions.
• Develop software and tools to improve process efficiency.
• Plan and manage tasks and present technical information to peers and management.

Skills

C++

C#

AI/Data Analytics

Education

Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM

Job description

Job Overview

Date Posted: 2026-09-23 Country: United States of America Location: US-FL-MELBOURNE-307 ~ 1100 W Hibiscus Blvd ~ BLDG 307 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. Do you want to be part of an engineering team working on a variety of interesting hardware and software projects? Do you want to get hands on experience with sophisticated electronic equipment? If so this may be the opportunity that you have been looking for.

About the Role

Join us in Test Engineering as a Summer (June start) and Fall (early or mid-December end) Co-op student, within our Avionics team which offers an array of innovative test equipment solutions for Collins Aerospace products and programs. You would need to take the fall 2026 semester off. We serve internal customers, including our manufacturing and service centers, as well as external customers – domestic and international.

What You Will Do

The primary responsibility for this position is to assist Project Engineers in developing and maintaining test solutions. The student who fills this position must have strong project management, process compliance and problem-solving skills. This position will heavily utilize software development and process improvement skills. You will contribute to the success of a cross-functional team. You will assist Project Engineers in managing the projects. You will develop software and tools to improve process efficiency. You will lead and manage project related tasks. You will prepare and present project / technical information to peers, internal management and customers. You will plan and manage tasks effectively.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must be pursuing Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
• Experience with C++ and C#
• Experience in AI/Data Analytics
• Experience may be obtained through on‑the‑job experience, research, coursework, or 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: Safety, 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. 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.

Application Window

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Company Overview

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.