Systems Engineering Co-op (Summer/Fall 2026)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

2d•$37,000 - $82,000•Onsite

About The Position

If you are looking for the opportunity to start a career in avionics systems engineering, this position is perfect for you! You will learn how to design complex avionics systems for leading aircraft manufacturers while joining a collaborative team focused on skill growth and development! As a student employee you will be given professional engineering job responsibilities immediately and will have the opportunity to make an impact! Immerse yourself in a full-time, Monday-Friday co-op session, that will run May/June- December (including the Fall semester; it is expected students will take a semester off from coursework to fully engage with this working mentorship opportunity). Collins Aerospace, a 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. 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. WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE. This position is eligible for relocation. Please consider the following role type definitions 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.

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

Past aviation experience (such as being a pilot or aircraft maintainer)
Personal project experience related to building or working with complex systems
Experience with technical writing such as undergraduate research papers.
Previous project leadership and communication/coordination roles.

Responsibilities

Determines full avionics system requirements for avionics systems
Develops system design documentation such as interface control definitions, hardware interconnect definitions, and human machine interface documentation
Develops and executes verification procedures for laboratory testing of avionics
Ensures compliance to applicable certification regulations