Systems Engineer Co-Op – Algorithms (Spring/Summer 2027) - Remote

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

3d•$37,000 - $82,000•Remote

About The Position

This early-career engineering co-op involves model-based development, simulation, and lab-based work on target products. The role runs and tests algorithmic models using MATLAB and Simulink, documents equations and derivations, generates plots, and performs data and statistical analysis. The co-op works on individual tasks under limited supervision and collaborates with teams and stakeholders across job functions. Over time, the candidate may help guide, coach, and train other employees in their job area. The position supports algorithm and model testing for the JPALS program, development of testing tools, multiple tasks in a software development environment, system troubleshooting and analysis, and code quality improvements through reviews and sound software practices. The role is designated remote, though candidates may be asked to attend certain interview steps in person.

Requirements

Must be pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree in a STEM major and remain actively enrolled through completion of the internship/co-op session.
Proficiency in MATLAB, including code optimization and numerical stability.
Exposure to the systems engineering discipline.
Experience reading and developing algorithm descriptions, mathematical expressions and derivations, matrix manipulations, outlier analysis, and system-level analysis.
Demonstrable computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint.
U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance; an active and existing DoD Secret clearance is required after day one.

Nice To Haves

Experience performing complex statistical analysis and/or mathematical modeling.
Experience performing model-driven design using Simulink.
Experience performing data analysis and problem solving, such as anomaly investigation.

Responsibilities

Test algorithms and models for the JPALS program.
Develop tools needed to accomplish sufficient testing.
Work on multiple tasks in a software development environment.
Conduct analysis for system troubleshooting and analysis.
Improve code quality through code reviews and good software practices.
Run and test modeling and simulation of algorithmic models using Simulink and MATLAB.
Document equations and derivations and generate plots in MATLAB.
Perform data and statistical analysis.
Contribute to lab-based work on target products.
Collaborate with parties within and outside the job function.
Potentially provide guidance, coaching, and training to other employees in the job area.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Parental leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs