Reliability and Safety Engineering Co-Op (Summer/Fall 2027)
RTX· Defense· Sep 21, 2026 · 1mo ago
Cedar Rapids, IA
In office
Internship
$120K–$160K est.
Job description
Date Posted:
2026-09-21 Country:
United States of America Location:
US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-105 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 105 Position Role Type:
Onsite 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:
Contribute to reliability and maintainability modeling and predictions analysis, testability analysis, maintainability and built-in-test demonstrations, reliability testing, FMEA/FMECA, and FRACAS.
Contribute to civil safety assessment process in accordance with ARP4761 or military assessments in accordance with MIL-STD-882E.
Support systems, hardware, and software engineering teams in defining system safety requirements during development activity.
Be mentored by Senior RMS engineers and participate in peer reviews.
What You Will Learn:
Hands-On Experience: Work on groundbreaking avionics systems with practical exposure to industry-leading tools and technologies.
Professional Growth: Access company-sponsored certifications, training programs, and mentorship opportunities. You ll also have the chance to lead high-impact initiatives and
grow as a technical expert.
Innovative Culture: Be part of a team that encourages curiosity, creativity, and continuous learning.
Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with cross-functional teams and industry leaders, expanding your professional connections and expertise.
Qualifications You Must Have:
Must be pursuing Bachelor s or Advanced degree in Computer Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
Experience in systems, hardware or software development.
Experience preparing and presenting technical information to peers, to all levels of internal management, and to external customers.
Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.
Qualifications We Prefer:
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
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Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
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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