Software Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Date Posted: 2026-08-19 Country: United States of America

Location

US-VA-STERLING-291 ~ 22640 Davis Dr ~ DAVIS Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status

Requirements

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required This requisition is for an RTX intern returning for an internship in 2027.
• 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 Strategic Defense Solutions (SDS) portfolio is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Software Engineering professional to join our team in Sterling, VA.
• In this critical role, you will be part of an innovative team focused on designing and developing holistic, integrated simulation and training solutions, directly ensuring our customers are prepared for the most vital missions.
• Most aspects of the job must be accomplished in a lab environment, so this position requires regular on-site presence.
• This position is located onsite at our Sterling, VA site.

What You Will Do

• Assist in the design, development, and testing of software applications and tools for computer network systems.
• Work on projects related to network optimization, infrastructure automation, and system performance enhancements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify software requirements and implement solutions.
• Contribute to the development of secure and scalable network communication protocols.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software issues in a collaborative environment.
• Document and maintain software functionality, including writing technical reports and user manuals.
• Stay updated on emerging network technologies and industry best practices.

Qualifications

You Must Have

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's or advanced degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
• Must have a minimum of 60 hours of credit by the start of the internship/co-op session.

Qualifications

We Prefer

• Experience in application development and integration within one or more IaaS/PaaS (Red Hat OpenShift / VMware / OpenStack).
• Experience in microservices using RESTful APIs.
• Experience with Agile Development Methodologies (e.g. Scrum, SAFe).
• Familiarity with Docker/ Podman containers, or Kubernetes orchestration.
• Familiarity with maintaining and deploying database technology, such as SQL and NoSQL databases like MongoDB, PostgreSQL and MonetDB.
• Familiarity with JSON, XML, YAML and XSD formats, rules, and usages.
• Experience working in Linux and Windows environments.
• Experience in refactoring legacy systems for cloud or virtual environments.
• Development IDEs such as Visual Studio, Visual Studio Code, or other related.
• Certifications: Security (Security+, CISSP, or equivalent); Networking (CCNA,or equivalent).

What We Offer

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

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 42,000 USD - 88,000 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.

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