Project Engineering Co-op (Summer/Fall 2027)

Date Posted:

2026-09-22



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1A ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1A



Position Role Type:

Hybrid



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.

What You Will Do

Immerse yourself in a full-time, Monday-Friday co-op session, that will run May/June- December (including the Fall semester; it is expected students will take a semester off from coursework to fully engage with this working mentorship opportunity).​

As a Project Engineering Co-op at Collins Aerospace, you will work with the Supplier Designed Equipment (SDE) Project Engineering group, located in Windsor Locks, Connecticut. The SDE team is focused on leading engineering projects for engine control systems products designed and manufactured by our supplier base.  We are engaged at all levels with our internal and external customers during every stage of the aerospace product life cycle (development, entry into service, in-service support).  We are a highly collaborative team that interfaces with multiple engineering disciplines, as well as business-related functions. We place value on our customers, our products and services, and our team members. In this role you can expect to gain experience supporting a variety of mechanical products that include pneumatic valves, hydraulic valves/actuators, and heat exchangers on large commercial, military and business aviation engines programs.

• Support project tasks of short to medium duration, while ensuring customer milestones are met within budget and schedule commitments
• Host cross-functional meetings, manage action items, and drive project execution through action follow-up
• Engage with a cross-functional team on engineering change execution
• Work alongside experienced engineers to support major development milestones, including design reviews, verification or qualification testing
• Work with experienced engineers to perform system and component requirements reviews and compliance assessments for complex engine control system components
• Support experienced project engineers with engine control system component investigations using root cause and corrective action process
• Execute development tasks aligned with Collins engineering standard work
• Interface with component suppliers and other members of the integrated product development team (chief engineers, systems engineers, program management, etc.)

What You Will Learn

• Critical features and operation of turbine engine components and control systems
• Detailed knowledge on the design/development/sustainment phases of highly engineered aerospace products
• Root cause and corrective action process and techniques
• How to manage/execute project tasks in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
• Must have a minimum of 30 hours of credit by the start of the internship / co-op session

Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience managing projects or working on cross-functional teams
• Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software such as SolidWorks, NX, AutoCAD, Autodesk or equivalent
• Experience presenting information to internal and external stakeholders
• 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: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligibility

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite.  Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. 

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.

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.

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.

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