Mechanical Engineering Co-op Fall 2027 in East Hartford, CT

Ready to explore aerospace and defense? At RTX, co-ops, internships and full-time careers give you a strong foundation to work on complex problems, build your skills and help create a safer, more connected world.

What You Will Do

As a Mechanical Engineering Fall 2027 Co-op at Pratt & Whitney, you will:

• Take part in a full-time, Monday-Friday co-op session running August through December 2027, including the Fall semester. Students are expected to take a semester off from coursework to fully commit to this working mentorship.
• Support daily work for the Troubleshooting, Components, Systems, Cold Section, Hot Section and Oil Systems teams in Customer Technical Services (CTS).
• Support the V2500 engine and CTS engineers by helping resolve in-service events, overhaul findings and MRO work-stops.
• Assist operators with AOGs and help coordinate resolution of field issues.
• Develop and update technical data and maintenance manual content, and guide technical publications on hardware topics.

What You Will Learn

• Break down complex challenges, weigh potential solutions and use analytical thinking to resolve issues efficiently in real-world settings.
• Learn to prioritize tasks, balance multiple responsibilities and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strengthen your professional communication skills.
• Work on challenging, meaningful projects across the business.
• Develop an understanding of the aerospace industry and learn about the company and its operations.

What We Offer

Our values, Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration and Innovation, drive our actions and performance. Relocation eligibility is available.

Candidates may be asked to attend select interview steps in person at an RTX office, whether the role is on-site, hybrid or remote.