Electrical (Firmware) Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Globalhr is hiring an Electrical (Firmware) Engineering Intern (Summer 2027) in Fort Wayne, IN (on-site). When: Summer 2027. Pay stated by the employer: $37,000-$82,000/yr. Posted November 11, 2026. Applications close November 16, 2026. Eligibility: US citizenship required. Checked against the employer's posting on November 12, 2026.

Date Posted: 2026-11-11

 Country: United States of America

 Location: US-IN-FT WAYNE-150A ~ 1010 Production Rd ~ BLDG 150A

 Position Role Type: Onsite

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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 Type: None/Not Required

 Security Clearance Status: 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. At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems.

With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can.

Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry.

With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do: • As an Electrical (Firmware) Engineering intern at Collins Aerospace/RTX, • You will support requirements capture and ASIC / FPGA digital architecture.

• You will implement ASIC / FPGA digital design using RTL. • You will support verification and system integration of ASIC / FPGA implementations. What You Will Learn: • You will work with an experienced team to learn best practices and Collins’ engineering processes for implementing world class ASIC / FPGA solutions.

• You will get to work with cutting edge technologies developed both in house and by external vendors. • You will learn how ASICs and FPGAs are used to implement solutions utilized in communications, security, and space-based products.

Qualifications You Must Have: • Must be pursuing Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.

• Experience with RTL coding and simulation in VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog. Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

• Experience with debugging and root cause investigations on hardware using hardware schematics, integrated FPGA vendor debug tools, and digital lab equipment.

“Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.” Qualifications We Prefer: • Experience using ASIC and/or FPGA design tools (e.

g. Modelsim, Quartus, Vivado or other FPGA-specific tools). • Digital circuit architecture and resource tradeoffs. • Some background in signal processing and/or information assurance.

• Familiarity with the signal processing system simulation & analysis tools (e.g. Matlab, Simulink). • Familiarity with revision control concepts and tools (e.

g. Git, Subversion). What We Offer: • 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, and Innovation.

• Relocation Eligibility Learn More & Apply Now! 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. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

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.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted.

However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. 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.