Summer 2025, Intern: Corporate Flight

Date Posted:

2024-10-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

UT4: UT Flight 200 Signature Way, East Granby, CT, 06026 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

RTX Corporation 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 Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 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, hypersonic, 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, VA.   

To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed.

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate Team:

RTX Corporation is offering a position as an intern for our Corporate Aviation Department, RTFlight. Our operation consists of a professional team of pilots, flight attendants, maintenance & dispatch personnel and operates a fleet of corporate jets & helicopters in accordance with FAR Part 91. The Aviation Intern will gain firsthand knowledge of business aircraft operation through the "hands on" observation of all facets of the flight department and be an integral part of our team and culture of safety.

What You Will Do

The Aviation Intern can expect to gain exposure and operational understanding of:                          

• Domestic and International Flight Planning and Operations
• Aircraft Maintenance & Servicing and Safety Management Systems
• Customer Service
• Aircraft and Crew Scheduling as well as Flight Planning
• Security and IS-BAO Compliance

This individual will perform various office duties and work with company mentors to complete special projects. We are looking for a team player with strong interpersonal skills and an outstanding customer service mindset. This position reports directly to the Assistant Chief Pilot.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Candidates much be currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree. Please upload a copy of your academic transcripts with your application.
• 1+ years of experience in Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• This position may require access to systems/tools that are restricted to individuals who possess US citizenship.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• A minimum of a 3.0 GPA.
• Positive attitude and self-motivated work skills
• Private Pilot's certificate is strongly desired.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Learn More & Apply Now!
Location: This is an Onsite internship located in East Granby, CT (BDL Airport).
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.

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 be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under the