2026 Raytheon Part Time -Systems Engineer Co-op (Remote)
Raytheon · Richardson, TX
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $82,000 / year
- Richardson, TX
Job highlights
- Part-time Systems Engineer Co-op role.
- Targeting Master's students graduating 2027.
- Gain experience in system analysis and testing.
- Requires U.S. citizenship and security clearance.
- Remote role with onsite interview possibility.
About the role
About RTX and Raytheon
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 Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.
Raytheon’s Air & Space Defense Systems (ASDS) strategic business unit (SBU) specializes in multi-domain integrated air and missile defense, advanced sensors, space-based systems, hypersonics, effectors and cyber solutions. Focused on program execution, business growth and the highest level of customer satisfaction, the ASDS team provides customers with unmatched capabilities of detection and sensing, command and control, and air-to-air, air-to-surface, and surface-to-air munitions to accomplish air, space and missile defense missions. Within ASDS, Space Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance is our Sub-SBU that delivers information superiority from space, multi-mission automation and orchestration, multiple intelligence (Multi-INT) and resilient operations, secure processing, and data management.
About the Systems Engineer Co-op Role
Raytheon is hiring system engineering co-ops as a part of the Raytheon Cooperative Education Program (Co‑op). This is a part-time, remote role targeting senior or postgraduate students with an expected graduation date of May 2027 or August 2027 in Computer Science or a related STEM field. The part-time position is planned to begin in Summer 2026.
Upon selection, Co‑op participants will complete a Co‑op Program Agreement and will be submitted for a U.S. Government security clearance, including completion of the Standard Form 86 (SF‑86). Co‑op participants must maintain eligibility for a U.S. Government security clearance throughout the program and subsequent employment. A Raytheon Co-op Program Information Seminar will be scheduled in conjunction with candidate interview sessions.
What You Will Do:
- Analyze and define how the system works creating use cases.
- Decompose requirements, define system interfaces and help determine how requirements will be validated and verified by the test team.
- Support planning and execution of Integration, Verification, or Flight Test activities in our labs, in the field, or at a test range.
- Support qualification of our products.
- Support troubleshooting and failure data analyses, including root cause and corrective action processes and advanced use of lab or field test equipment.
- Complete and compile detailed performance evaluations, including the use of analysis tools, such as MATLAB.
- Prepare and present results in reports and briefings to internal or external stakeholders.
- Support and attend technical reviews and technical interchanges in support of the program.
- Be a self-starter and work well with minimum supervision.
Qualifications You Must Have:
- Enrolled in a Masters' of Systems Engineering degree program with an expected graduation date of May 2027 or August 2027.
- Academic or internship experience that included hands-on testing of electronic equipment.
- Exposure to troubleshooting technical issues with electronics in an academic or internship setting, or as part of a hobby.
- Exposure to data analysis using tools such as MATLAB.
Qualifications We Prefer:
- Specific majors: Systems Engineering or related scientific or STEM discipline.
- 3.00 cumulative GPA or higher.
- Proficient use of both Windows and UNIX platform.
- Experience with Perl, Python, VBA, and/or other scripting languages.
- Exposure to Agile Development Principles.
- Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite.
- Previous internship experience.
- Ability to analyze issues and define solutions.
- Knowledge of systems engineering lifecycle, roles and functions.
- Proven strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
- Basic Engineering skills and interest in how systems are developed and function.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
- Ability to problem solve and seek out additional resources.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others (or coworkers).
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.
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.
Key skills/competency
- Systems Engineering
- Requirement Analysis
- Algorithm Development
- System Interfaces
- Test Planning
- Data Analysis
- MATLAB
- Troubleshooting
- Problem-Solving
- RTX Values
Skills & topics
- Systems Engineer
- Co-op
- Internship
- Aerospace
- Defense
- Remote
- Part-time
- RTX
- Raytheon
- Security Clearance
- MATLAB
- Systems Engineering
- Requirement Analysis
- Data Analysis
- Troubleshooting
- STEM
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight academic projects, internship experience in electronics testing, and MATLAB skills. Include your GPA and projected graduation date.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Express your interest in aerospace and defense, and how your skills align with systems engineering at Raytheon.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Brush up on systems engineering principles, requirement analysis, algorithm development, and troubleshooting.
- Understand security clearance: Be aware of the TS/SCI clearance requirement and that U.S. citizenship is mandatory.
- Showcase your potential: Emphasize your problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Systems Engineer Co-op at Raytheon?
- This Systems Engineer Co-op position is designated as a part-time, remote role. However, please note that the company states that candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of their office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.
- What are the eligibility requirements for the Systems Engineer Co-op role at Raytheon?
- To be eligible for this Systems Engineer Co-op position at Raytheon, you must be enrolled in a Master's of Systems Engineering degree program with an expected graduation date of May 2027 or August 2027. Additionally, U.S. citizenship is required due to the need to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance (TS/SCI without Polygraph).
- What specific technical skills are most valued for the Systems Engineer Co-op at Raytheon?
- Raytheon highly values candidates with hands-on testing experience with electronic equipment and exposure to troubleshooting technical issues. Proficiency in data analysis using tools like MATLAB is a must-have qualification. Experience with scripting languages such as Perl, Python, or VBA, and knowledge of systems engineering lifecycle are also preferred.
- How does the security clearance process work for Raytheon co-op participants?
- Upon selection, co-op participants will be submitted for a U.S. Government security clearance, which involves completing the Standard Form 86 (SF-86). It is crucial that participants maintain eligibility for this clearance throughout the program and any subsequent employment. Active and existing TS/SCI clearance without Polygraph is required after day 1.
- What is the expected duration and start date for the Systems Engineer Co-op position?
- The part-time Systems Engineer Co-op position is planned to begin in Summer 2026. The job posting indicates an expected graduation date of May 2027 or August 2027, suggesting the co-op would align with these academic timelines.
- What academic background is preferred for this Systems Engineer Co-op role?
- While the essential qualification is enrollment in a Master's of Systems Engineering degree program, the company prefers candidates with specific majors in Systems Engineering or a related scientific or STEM discipline. A cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher is also preferred.
- Does Raytheon offer benefits to co-op participants in the Systems Engineer role?
- The job description mentions that hired applicants may be eligible for a range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and more. Specific benefits depend on the business unit and whether the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. It's advisable to confirm benefit eligibility during the hiring process.