Software Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Date Posted:

2026-08-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-137 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 137

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

This requisition is for an RTX intern returning for an internship in 2027.

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.

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• You will help develop cutting-edge embedded software, networking and communication products for defense systems
• You will assist in debugging and troubleshooting software issues in a collaborative environment
• You will work closely with cross-functional teams including hardware engineers, systems engineers, and other software engineering teams
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What You Will Learn

•  You will have the opportunity to work with modern programming languages such as Python, C++, or Rust
• You will gain hands-on experience in Agile development while working as part of a software engineering team
• You will learn to work with version control systems like Git for effective code management and collaboration
• You will have the opportunity to engage in code reviews and learn from experienced software engineers

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must be pursuing Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship
• Must have a minimum of 60 hours of credit by the start of the internship
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (not required at the start of the internship)

Qualifications We Prefer

• Coursework relating to software development
• Exposure to Linux
• Exposure to Multi-Threaded or Real-Time Software
• Exposure to Rust, C++, Python or C
• Prior RTX internship, co-op, or work experience  

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