TMS/lube systems Intern (Summer 2027) - Onsite

Date Posted:

2026-10-26



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC



Position Role Type:

Onsite



U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position.​ The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.



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 Will Do:

The Commercial lubrication and thermal management systems team analyzes and develops the functional characteristics of the oil system in a highly complex environment.  Truly a systems role with deep technical skills deploying cutting edge systems analysis tools, component testing in rigs, and design, execution, and analysis of full-scale engine testing. 

• Using 1D flow modeling to analyze and design gas turbine lubrication and thermal managment systems
• Use field data to monitor fleet health and support customers
• Specifying engine validation test plans, reviewing engine and test rig data, and matching analytical models to engine data
• Optimizing oil system architecture to ensure:safety of flight, provide adequate cooling and lubrication oil flow and pressure to mechanical components, Oil conditioning – includes storage, deaeration/deoiling, filtration and filter life, minimization of oil degradation, and cooling, and contain oil within system boundaries
• Operating independently to develop system level solutions

What You Will Learn:

As a lubrication and thermal management system discipline member you are a part of an integrated product team at the module level, as well as key contributions to the systems integrated product team for the engine chaired by the chief engineer.  The lubrication and thermal management systems role also has a unique interface with the engine mechanical systems, air systems, and performance group so that you can truly experience the entire engine while still making deep technical contributions with cutting edge systems design and analysis methods.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Must be pursuing Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in STEM degree program and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Exposure to aero-thermal fluids course work and/or lab experience in fluid mechanics and heat transfer.
• Have a minimum of 60 hours of credit by the start of the internship / co-op session.

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.

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