--- title: Avionics Test Engineering Systems Engineer Intern description: RTX is hiring for the Avionics Test Engineering Systems Engineer Intern role in Cedar Rapids, IA. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/avionics-test-engineering-systems-engineer-intern-at-rtx-01a104f7-aa8a-7a22-879a-ae8ae1644e2f date: 2026-10-04T04:17:42Z og_description: Join RTX as Avionics Test Engineering Systems Engineer Intern in Cedar Rapids, IA. Pays $37K–$82K per year. Full-time, hybrid role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/vc7tdg.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | RTX | | **Location** | Cedar Rapids, IA (Hybrid) | | **Salary** | $37K/yr - $82K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 03, 2026 | ## Description **Date Posted:** 2026-10-03 **Country:** United States of America **Location:** US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-112 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 112 **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 will you Do:** - Capture requirements and establish solid designs for new projects - Drive resolution for technical issues through problem solving and coordination across teams. - Generate test cases and conducting verification and validation testing - Contribute to the process and standards development with both internal and external stakeholders **What will you Learn:** - Systems Engineering Processes - What makes a good requirement - Communication across discipline groups   **Qualifications You Must Have:** - Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Computer, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session. **Qualifications We Prefer:** - Experience with Systems and Software Integration activities. - Experience with Systems Engineering following defined engineering best practices. - Familiarity with engineering development tools like DOORS, Jama, Matlab, Atlassian Collaboration Tools, and Microsoft Office 365 suite. **What We Offer** - Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: 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. 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.* **Privacy Policy and Terms:** Click on this [link](http://www.rtx.com/privacy/Job-Applicant-Privacy-Notice) to read the Policy and Terms ## Skills - Atlassian Confluence - Microsoft 365 - Jama Connect - Systems Engineering - Problem Solving - Collaboration - MATLAB - Computer Vision - Coordinating - IBM Rational DOORS - Systems Integration - Verification And Validation - Communication - Test Case Design ## Benefits - Mental Health - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Disability Insurance - Life Insurance - Parental Leave - Paid Time Off (Pto) - 401(k) Plans - Employee Stock Options (ESOs) ## How to Apply [Apply for this position](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/avionics-test-engineering-systems-engineer-intern-at-rtx-01a104f7-aa8a-7a22-879a-ae8ae1644e2f?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related - [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Defense and Space](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/aerospace-and-defense/defense-and-space?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 34916 jobs - [Iowa](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/iowa?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 15291 jobs - [RTX](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/rtx?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 3664 jobs - [Cedar Rapids, IA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/iowa/cedar-rapids?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 2089 jobs ## Related pages - [Defense and Space](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/aerospace-and-defense/defense-and-space?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 34916 jobs - [Iowa](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/iowa?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 15291 jobs - [RTX](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/rtx?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 3664 jobs - [Cedar Rapids, IA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/iowa/cedar-rapids?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 2089 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)