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Calibration & Metrology Intern (Summer 2027) (Onsite)

RTX

Hours
Full time
Where
Wilson, NC
Posted
Today

Date Posted:

2026-09-24 Country:

United States of America Location:

US-NC-WILSON-4200 ~ 4200 Airport Dr ~ BLDG 4200 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 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.

What you'd do

  • Assist with calibrations on electrical and mechanical equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, torque wrenches, pressure gauges, and micrometers under supervision.
  • Support troubleshooting and basic repair activities by preparing tools, reviewing documentation, and shadowing technicians.
  • Use calibration management software for data entry, record-keeping, and reporting.
  • Maintain lab organization, housekeeping, equipment inventory, and calibration records.
  • Perform lab safety and quality control checks in accordance with internal policies and applicable standards.
  • Gain knowledge of calibration, metrology, and quality control processes in an aerospace environment.
  • Operate precision measurement tools and test equipment.
  • Develop skills in troubleshooting and diagnosing issues with electronic and mechanical equipment.
  • Understand traceability requirements and industry standards such as NIST, ISO, and NADCAP.
  • Work collaboratively with engineering, production, and quality teams.

What they want

  • Actively pursuing a Bachelors or Advanced degree in or a related STEM major through the duration of the internship session
  • U.S. Person status (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status).
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams.
  • Background in coursework or lab work related to electronics or mechanical measurement.
  • Prior RTX internship, co-op or work experience.
Starts
2026-09-24