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System Engineering Intern (Summer 2026) (Onsite)

System Engineering Intern (Summer 2026) (Onsite)

Pratt & WhitneyCedar Rapids, IA, US
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Avionics Systems Intern Engineering Position

Work on some of the most advanced military avionics in the world! You will be part of a multi-disciplinary group of designers developing products for domestic and international military customers for a variety of platforms. Come join the team!

This systems intern engineering position is in the Military Avionics Display department. Currently, this team supports Fixed Wing and Rotary Wing platforms. Expect to work on a wide variety of tasks that include (but are not limited to) : developing real-time flight critical application software, performing hardware / software integration in the lab, designing / architecting new solutions to meet the needs of our customers and developing requirements and tests to validate the software.

Student engineers are provided a training plan and mentor to give you the tools and support you need to be successful.

What You Will Do :

  • Create, document, and test algorithms, control laws, models, and interface definitions.
  • Analyze, document, and conduct verification / validation testing for systems, products or sub-systems, generally in one functional area.

What You Will Learn :

  • How to collaborate with an interdisciplinary software team
  • How to write, test, and implement requirements for avionics solutions
  • How to review validate and verify software in accordance with DO-178 practices

    • Qualifications You Must Have :

  • Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and student must be pursuing a Bachelor's or advanced degree in an applicable discipline.
  • U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program / contract.

    • Qualifications We Prefer :

  • Knowledge of C, C++, Ada, or Python
  • Teamwork and collaboration skills
  • Interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to apply critical / strategic thinking
  • Ability to work independently
  • Results-oriented
  • Customer focus
  • Passion for aviation and / or aerospace
  • Attention to detail

    • Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

    Our Avionics team advances flight deck solutions, airborne communications, vision systems, sensors and fire protection for commercial and military customers around the world. That means we're helping people reach their destination safely and keeping pilots, passengers, flight crews, airlines, airports and military personnel connected and informed. And we're providing industry-leading fire protection and safety systems that our customers can count on when it matters most. Are you ready to learn from the most knowledgeable experts in the industry, develop the technologies of tomorrow and reach new heights in your career? Join our Avionics team today.

    This position is eligible for relocation.

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