Software Engineering Intern (Summer 2026) (Onsite)

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

CA826: 200 Holger WaySan Jose 200 Holger Way San Jose CA 95134 USA

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:

None/Not Required

Applied Signal Technology (AST) is seeking engineers who strive for excellence and have a passion to be part of a team that strengthens our nation and improves the security of our world.

AST provides trusted strategic and tactical signals intelligence (SIGINT) solutions that protect the interests of the U.S. and its partners. ASTs work in areas such as high-capacity broadband communications signal processing and analysis tactical SIGINT and airborne intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) and wireless communications continually challenges our extraordinary engineers to solve problems and make the world a safer place. ASTs work environment is passionate highly collaborative and provides engineers the freedom to strengthen and expand their skills explore new and innovative ideas all while embracing integrity diversity and work-life balance.

The AST Engineering Center is currently seeking a Software Engineer Intern to be an integral part of project teams that develop systems that provide integrated sensor and signal processing products in support of intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance that protect your family your nation and enhance global this position you will apply your C software development experience to design implement integrate and test software applications supporting advanced high-capacity systems that process modern communications for the U.S. Government.

*** The work location is our Silicon Valley Office located in north San Jose CA.

What You Will Do:

• Develop object-oriented C software solutions in a Linux environment.

• Put your understanding of the software development lifecycle to use

• Write Python MATLAB and/or similar scripting/programming languages in a Linux software development environment.

• Work independently and in a small team environment.

What You Will Learn:

• You will learn COMINT/ELINT principles and concepts and work side-by-side with industry recognized technical leaders to develop and implement state of the art systems.

• You will learn software engineering in all aspects - requirements design implementation testing

• You will learn how to work on a fast-paced team to tackle difficult challenges in an ever-evolving field

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and student must be pursuing a Bachelors or advanced degree in an applicable discipline.

• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required

• U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with C C Java or Python

• Experience with data structures object-oriented principles and algorithms

• Experience with Unix/Linux and related utilities

• Familiarity with using version control and defect tracking tools (Git JIRA etc.).

• Knowledge of network and communication protocols (e.g. TCP/IP).

Learn More and Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace a RTX company is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Do you want to be a part of something bigger A team whose impact stretches across the world and even beyond At Collins Aerospace our Mission Systems team helps civilian military and government customers complete their most complex missions whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team youll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge Join our mission today.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

This position is eligible for relocation.

* Please consider the following role type definitions 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.

Regardless of your role type collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

At Collins the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team thats redefining aerospace every day.

The salary range for this role is 42000 USD - 88000 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 candidates 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 companys 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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