Software Engineering Co-op (Summer/Fall 2027)
RTX Corporation2 months ago
Cedar Rapids, IA, USAIntern
Base Salary
$37k - $82k/yr
Responsibilities
- Develop software based on high-level system behaviors and decompose software requirements.
- Support avionics architecture development and refine software requirements and interfaces.
- Plan and develop software verification and testing strategies.
- Review software requirements, design documents, and test procedures.
- Assist with software integration, debugging, and issue resolution in development, simulation, and testing environments.
- Communicate technical progress, challenges, and potential solutions with engineers, mentors, and stakeholders.
Requirements
- Pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM discipline.
- Must remain actively enrolled through completion of the internship/co-op session.
- Must have at least 60 credit hours by the start of the internship/co-op session.
- Experience with C/C++ and Python, including experience gained through employment, research, coursework, or projects.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment is preferred.
- Prior RTX internship, co-op, or work experience is preferred.
Benefits
- Full-time Monday-Friday onsite co-op session running May/June through December 2027, including the fall semester.
- Mentorship and collaboration with experienced software, systems, integration, and test engineers.
- Potential eligibility for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance, tuition-related Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
- The role is based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and relocation eligibility information is provided.
About RTX Corporation
RTX Corporation builds aerospace and defense systems through its Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon businesses, serving commercial aviation, the U.S. government, and allied militaries. Its products range from aircraft engines and avionics to radars, missiles, and command-and-control software, sold via long-term OEM programs and defense contracts. Formed in 2020 by the Raytheon–United Technologies merger, RTX is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia and trades on the NYSE as RTX.