Enterprise Engineering Intern (NASA ULI Program)(Summer 2026)(Onsite)

Company: RTX
Location: Cedar Rapids
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Date Posted: 2026-03-30 Country: United States of America Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-108 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 108 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position.? The company will not seek an export authorization for this role. 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. Collins Aerospace Systems is seeking exceptional technical talent for an internship, to drive product development of complex systems within our business. Currently, Collins Aerospace has over 120 product lines representing the power, thermal, and sensing systems that enable the operation of modern civil and military aviation platforms. The breadth and complexity of these products enables Collins Aerospace to offer unique career opportunities to develop the next generation of systems for the aerospace industry. The Communication, Navigation, and Surveillance Sandbox team in Applied Research and Technology group in Enterprise Engineering is seeking an exceptional intern candidate to support technology transition activities from an ongoing NASA research project by helping integrate and demonstrate project-developed capabilities within a broader simulation and evaluation environment. The role will focus on interfacing and connecting multiple simulation tools, investigating and assessing Collins Aerospace tools/simulators, and recommending the most effective approach to integrate or leverage these platforms for technology transfer. The intern will also test and evaluate trajectory-advisory methodologies intended to support pilots during off-nominal or emergency scenarios, including assessing pilot followability of recommended emergency paths and documenting performance, limitations, and integration requirements. This position involves hands-on simulation integration, structured evaluation, and clear technical reporting to enable successful transition of research outcomes into applied use cases. This role is onsite, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role may be eligible for relocation. What You Will Do : You will support development and evaluation of trajectory-advisory methodologies in off-nominal or emergency scenarios. You will integrate and demonstrate project-developed capabilities within a broader simulation and evaluation environment. What You Will Learn: You will gain practical experience in Collaborative Autonomy with multiple missions and multiples (UAx). You will learn air vehicle resiliency techniques enabled by predictive state monitoring. You will gain practical experience in cutting edge simulations and human machine interfaces. What You Will Learn : You will gain practical experience in Collaborative Autonomy with multiple missions and multiples (UAx). You will learn air vehicle resiliency techniques enabled by predictive state monitoring. You will gain practical experience in cutting edge simulations and human machine interfaces. 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. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. RTX will not offer sponsorship for this position. Qualifications We Prefer : Enrolled in the NASA University Leadership Initiative led by Embry Riddle University. Proficiency in manipulating and analyzing large, complex, multi-dimensional data sets. Naturally inquisitive and skilled in exploratory data analysis, formulating and testing hypotheses. Results-oriented and motivated to provide solutions with measurable benefit to our customer and business. Ability to communicate with clarity and precision. Currently enrolled in Engineering or Science program with proven interest and skills. Learn More and Apply Now! 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 Collins Aerospace, an 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. WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE. * Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for 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. Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings. At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other propel us all higher, again and again. Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day. 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. 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