Systems Engineering Co-Op (Spring/Summer 2026 ) (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-09-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HSK02: Kidde Aerospace 4200 Airport Drive,NW, Wilson, NC, 27896 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

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Aviation Systems Engineer Co-op to support our engineering team during the spring and summer terms. This role offers hands-on experience in the design, integration, testing, and evaluation of fire protection and overheat detection aircraft systems, with exposure to real-world engineering projects that directly impact aviation safety, performance, and innovation.

What You Will Do:
    •    Assist with the design, analysis, and integration of aircraft systems (fire protection and overheat detection)
    •    Support system modeling, simulation, and trade studies to evaluate performance and reliability.
    •    Participate in laboratory and flight test preparation, execution, and data analysis.
    •    Contribute to requirements definition, verification, and validation activities.
    •    Work with cross-functional teams (software, mechanical, electrical, and safety engineers) to ensure proper system integration.
    •    Assist in troubleshooting system issues and providing engineering solutions.
    •    Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations for engineering reviews.

What You Will Learn:
    •    Exposure to the full lifecycle of aviation system development, from concept to testing.
    •    Practical experience working on complex engineering challenges in real aerospace programs.
    •    Mentorship from experienced engineers and opportunities to network across disciplines.
    •    A strong foundation for future roles in aerospace systems engineering.

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

Qualifications We Prefer:

    •    Strong academic background in systems engineering principles, aircraft systems, or avionics.
    •    Familiarity with tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, Python, C/C++, or CAD software preferred.
    •    Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
    •    Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative engineering team.
    •    Passion for aviation and interest in hands-on engineering projects.

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.

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