Test & Validation Engineering Co-op (Spring 2027)

Prattwhitney; Uniontown (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Holidays

Job summary

RTX, based in Uniontown, OH, is offering an internship/co-op opportunity in aerospace engineering. You will contribute to the design and fabrication of test fixtures, develop test plans and manuals, and build prototypes while working with lab equipment and an integrated team of engineers.

The program emphasizes learning components for ice protection, potable water systems, and specialty heated applications, with exposure to MATLAB and LabVIEW in real-world test setups.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related STEM major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co‑op session.
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with MATLAB, LabVIEW, and CAD software such as AutoCAD and Inventor.
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Responsibilities

• You will support the design and fabrication of electrical and/or mechanical test fixtures.
• You will develop test artifacts including test plans, procedures, reports, and manuals.
• You will build and fabricate product prototypes and hardware.
• You will utilize laboratory/test equipment including universal testers, environmental chambers, vibration table, ovens, an icing wind tunnel, etc.
• You will work as part of an integrated team and receive technical guidance/input from other engineers and technicians.

Skills

Microsoft Office

MATLAB

LabVIEW

Education

Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (STEM)

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-28 Country: United States of America Location: US-OH-UNIONTOWN-1555 ~ 1555 Corporate Woods Pkwy ~ CORP WOODS 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.

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

• You will support the design and fabrication of electrical and/or mechanical test fixtures.
• You will develop test artifacts including test plans, procedures, reports, and manuals.
• You will build and fabricate product prototypes and hardware.
• You will utilize laboratory/test equipment including universal testers, environmental chambers, vibration table, ovens, an icing wind tunnel, etc.
• You will work as part of an integrated team and receive technical guidance/input from other engineers and technicians.

What You Will Learn

• You will learn the function and details of components for ice protection, potable water systems, and specialty heated applications.
• You will learn aerospace design and test standards and how they apply to ice protection, potable water systems, and specialty heated applications.
• You will learn how MATLAB and LabVIEW are utilized in real world test setups to perform tests and collect test data.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co‑op session.
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with MATLAB, LabVIEW, and CAD software such as AutoCAD and Inventor.
• 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.

Salary Range

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.

Benefits

• 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
• Holidays

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 limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

Location

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.

Position Classification

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. 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.

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 Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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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.