About the role#
As a Project Engineering Intern at Collins Aerospace, you will work within the Landing Systems division. You will gain experience in the design, testing, analysis, and customer support of aircraft wheels, brakes, and braking systems. Depending on business needs and your specific qualifications, you may be placed in departments such as Materials and Process, Analytical Tech, Test Lab, Systems, or Project Management.
What you'll do#
- Deliver engineering work within an assigned team.
- Learn and follow internal engineering processes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to finish projects.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or Systems Engineering, or a related STEM field.
- Active enrollment in your degree program through the end of the internship.
- Completion of at least 30 credit hours by the start of the internship.
- Experience gained through coursework, research, or previous projects.
- Preferred: Experience with Microsoft Office tools like Excel, Word, or PowerPoint.
- Preferred: Experience working on cross-functional teams.
- Preferred: Previous internship or work experience at RTX.
- Must be a U.S. Person as defined by federal regulations.
Location & details#
- Location: Troy, Ohio.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About RTX
RTX operates in the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing industry. The organization consists of three primary businesses: Collins Aerospace, Pratt and Whitney, and Raytheon. It produces advanced sensors, aircraft engines, and defense systems for the aerospace and defense sectors. The company is based in Arlington, Virginia and employs over 10,000 people.
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