Software Engineer Intern (Summer 2026)(Onsite)

RTX • Fullerton, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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. Our Connected Aviation group is seeking qualified summer interns to join our elite Air Traffic Systems (ATS) team. This is your chance to contribute to the cutting-edge Wide-Area Augmentation System (WAAS) developed by the FAA, a pivotal element in the transition from ground-based to satellite-based navigation. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, enthusiastic, and able to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This role is onsite, in Fullerton, California. This role may be eligible for relocation.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with C or similar programming languages, structured programming, and software development lifecycle.
• Experience with Unix/Linux-based development environment.
• Knowledge of software testing and source code debugging.
• Rising junior or rising senior.
• Pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematical (STEM) degree.

Responsibilities

• You will work in a team environment to design, code, test, document, and deliver new/modified functionality.
• You will coordinate with developers, testers, release engineers, and engineers from other disciplines (e.g., Systems, Hardware) to ensure successful integration with other software components.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern