UX/UI Designer Intern (Remote)

RTX

1d•Remote

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. This is a remote role. As a UX/UI Design Intern, you will be responsible for transforming complex user needs into intuitive, pixel-perfect digital experiences through a mix of hands-on research, iterative wireframing, and high-fidelity visual design. Throughout this internship, you will gain practical experience in navigating the end-to-end design lifecycle, learning how to balance user-centricity with business objectives and technical feasibility in a professional environment. 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. Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. (Position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.) 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. RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

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. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62.

Nice To Haves

Educational Background: Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Graphic Design, Interaction Design, or a related field.
Design Portfolio: A digital portfolio showcasing projects that demonstrate your design process, from initial research and sketches to high-fidelity mockups.
Technical Proficiency: Foundational knowledge of industry-standard design tools, specifically Figma.
User-Centric Mindset: An understanding of UX principles, including user research methodologies, information architecture, and usability testing.
Visual Design Skills: An eye for typography, color theory, layout, and a commitment to maintaining visual consistency within a design system.
Communication & Collaboration: The ability to articulate your design decisions clearly and a willingness to iterate based on feedback from peers and stakeholders.
Problem-Solving: A curious and analytical approach to identifying user pain points and creating elegant, functional solutions.
Design System Knowledge: Understanding of design system concepts, including working with reusable components, style libraries, and maintaining visual consistency across multiple screens.

Responsibilities

transforming complex user needs into intuitive, pixel-perfect digital experiences through a mix of hands-on research
iterative wireframing
high-fidelity visual design