Software Engineer Co-Op (Spring/Summer 2026)(Hybrid)

Date Posted:

2025-08-26

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HFL34: Melbourne, FL 1100 W Hibiscus Blvd , Melbourne, FL, 32902-2704 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

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. 

The Avionics Operations' Factory Enablement & Support organization seeks a Software Engineer Co-Op to join a team working on manufacturing support applications and Advanced Manufacturing Initiatives. The right applicant will be involved in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) process to include requirements decomposition, design, development, user training, implementation and support. The focus of this position will be on the development of back-end, server-side applications for data extraction, staging and provision for us in front-end tools. The position calls for a hands-on development role where the applications will be developed for the Web, Windows and mobile platforms with a variety of backend sources and databases including SAP, MS SQL Server, Oracle and various manufacturing systems. The position will work extensively with internal customers including leadership levels in fulfillment of its project activities.

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).

What You Will Do:

• Assist in the design, development and maintenance of software applications using C#, MVC, Vue.js among others.
• Assist in the writing and optimization of SQL queries to manage and retrieve data efficiently.
• Participate in all phases of the Software development Lifecycle (SDLC) including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing and deployment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Debug and resolve software defects and issues in a timely manner.
• Document code and software processes for future reference and maintainability.

What You Will Learn:

• Improve knowledge and experience with the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Improve knowledge and experience in applying software design principles and patterns.
• Improve knowledge and experience in version control systems (e.g., SVN) and collaborative tools (e.g., JIRA).
• Enhance your problem-solving skills by tackling real-world challenges and debugging complex issues.

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.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Learn More and Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies 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.

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