Electrical Engineer Co-op (Summer & Fall 2026)(Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-01-28

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-RICHARDSON-C17 ~ 1717 Cityline Dr ~ CITYLINE C17

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: Top Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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. 

Join the Mission Systems team in Richardson, TX as a summer (June start) and fall (early to mid-December end) co-op student. You will need to take the fall semester off in order to do this role. This role is onsite, in Richardson, TX. This role may be eligible for relocation.

What You Will Do:

You will apply research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, under technical supervision.

You will work with engineers and designers to produce models for components, parts, subassemblies, and assemblies.

You will execute tests for systems, subsystems, and components under technical oversight.

You will analyze test results in relation to design or rated specifications and test objectives.

You will communicate effectively in a cross-functional team.

What You Will Learn:

You will collaborate in a multi-disciplinary team to create successful designs.

You will learn how to follow appropriate design, safety, and qualification standards in development programs.

You will learn to provide documentation of development, analysis, and test data.

You will learn processes associated with the various phases of the product development cycle.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and student must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or advanced degree in an applicable discipline.
• 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

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with Solidworks or similar 3D CAD software.
• Familiarity with ANSYS or other mechanical analysis software.

Learn More and Apply Now!

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?

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.

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 aerosp