RTX is an aerospace and defense company developing technologies for a safer, more connected world. The Software Engineering Intern will support the development, integration, verification, and testing of embedded avionics software for airborne Datalink products while collaborating with experienced engineering teams in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Responsibilities
Support the design, development, integration, and verification of embedded software for airborne Datalink products
Develop and modify software primarily using C/C++
Assist with software requirements, design, coding, testing, and debugging activities
Support development and testing of flight deck and cabin display applications and associated software logic
Develop or enhance software tools, scripts, and test automation to improve engineering efficiency
Collaborate with software, systems, and verification engineers to investigate technical problems and implement solutions
Participate in engineering reviews, team meetings, and other activities associated with the software development lifecycle
Qualification
Required
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company's immigration sponsorship now or in the future
* Must be pursuing a Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related STEM discipline and actively enrolled through completion of the internship session
* Must have a minimum of 60 hours of college credit by the start of the internship session
* Experience programming in C, C++, or another object-oriented programming language
* Experience with software development concepts, including coding, debugging, testing, or software design
* Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate technical information effectively
Preferred
* Coursework or project experience using C or C++
* Experience with Python, scripting, test automation, or software development tools
* Exposure to embedded software, real-time systems, or hardware/software integration
* Interest in aerospace, avionics, aircraft communication systems, or safety-critical software development
* Prior RTX internship, co-op, or work experience
Benefits
Relocation, if eligible
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.
RTX operates as an aerospace and defense company as it solves the hardest problems in aerospace and defense.
