Leadership Development Program – Engineering, Aerospace/Mechanical (Starts June 2026)

Date Posted:

2025-06-11

Country:

United States of America

Location:

VA108: 1100 Wilson Blvd, Arlington 1100 Wilson Boulevard , Arlington, VA, 22209 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

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, hypersonics, 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.

• Recruiting now for programs beginning June 2026!
• Our two-year, rotational Engineering Leadership Development Program (ELDP) provides challenging opportunities via short-term work assignments across the enterprise as you move to locations around the U.S.A.

• Not willing/able to relocate to a new state every eight months while in program?  Check out RTX Careers for other great opportunities
• Receive high-caliber training, mentoring & guidance from RTX leaders, current & alumni LDPs to build a strong lasting global network
• Program intended for internal RTX interns/co-ops, & external entry level professionals looking to create value & grow their career at RTX

What You Will Do:

• Rotation role & responsibilities will vary & align with one or more of the following: mechanical systems design and development, testing simulations, calculations and validation, and design process documentation
• Stretch your capabilities and enhance learning with frontline, hands-on assignments
• Relocate to different RTX cities/states while in program to broaden your exposure to the business and further develop your leadership and functional skills and business acumen

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Willing and able to move anywhere in the U.S.A.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, or other related discipline; degree must be obtained between December 2025 - May 30, 2026
• U.S. Citizenship - 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.
• Relevant internship/co-op or work experience

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Active U.S. Security Clearance
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, communication, interpersonal & analytical skills
• Self-motivated & team-oriented; able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment

What We Offer:

• Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care
• RTX leadership, functional, and business acumen training
• Upon program completion, LDP graduates possess a solid platform of skills & experiences to launch a successful RTX career & receive continued mentorship

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Applicants MUST be willing/able to relocate for all rotations & have flexibility to travel/live anywhere 
• Click and scroll to download an LDP Overview and map of onsite locations
• Rotation locations will vary & may be onsite, hybrid, or remote.

The salary range for this role is 59,000 USD - 139,000 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.

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