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Pratt & Whitney

Mechanical Controls Intern (Summer 2027)(Onsite)

east hartford, CT

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Mechanical Controls Hardware Systems Engineer

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 Control System Engineering & Electrification (CSEE) organization is seeking a Mechanical Controls Hardware Systems Engineer. The candidate will lead the end-to-end requirements lifecycle across complex mechanical systems, partnering closely with suppliers, design teams, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and program leadership to develop robust component solutions. This position drives technical rigor through requirements management, decomposition, and supplier engagement to ensure components meet system and program objectives.

As a Mechanical Controls Intern at Pratt & Whitney, you will…

Owner of one or more control component specifications

Coordinate hardware item Flight Safety/ Safety requirements

Responsible for technical resolution of supplier compliance gaps

Technical & Project Owner for Supplier Reviews

Supplier development validation testing (DVT) issue resolution

Hardware development engine test readiness

Hardware item component Cert/Qualification (36-point Checklist) (Plans, Reports)

Field issue component root cause and corrective action

Supports integrated product team lead on engineering changes for controls components

Engineering Interns at Pratt & Whitney work on challenging, meaningful, and impactful projects across our business. Our intern program seeks to help you develop an understanding of the aerospace industry and learn about our company and its operations.

Qualifications You Must Have

Must be pursuing Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship session.

Minimum of 30 hours of credit by the start of the internship session.

Experience using computer aided design (CAD) software such as NX, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or equivalent.

Minimum 3.0 Cumulative GPA

Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects

Qualifications We Prefer:

Experience presenting information to a team

Experience working on a cross functional team

Experience with DOORS, MATLAB, or other modeling software

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, Safety and Innovation.

Relocation Eligibility

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 these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

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east hartford, CT, 06118, US

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