About the role#
This Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op position is a full-time, paid opportunity based in Manchester, Iowa. You will work on-site to support aerospace and defense manufacturing operations. Please note that U.S. citizenship is required for this role due to system access requirements.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with Industrial Engineers, production floor operators, and support staff to address product flow, quality, ergonomics, and safety.
- Design, build, verify, and implement fixtures or tooling for manufacturing processes.
- Program and operate equipment, including laser machines and 3D printers.
- Identify root causes of manufacturing defects and process inefficiencies.
- Implement effective corrective actions and support continuous improvement initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program for Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing Systems, or Aerospace Engineering, or a related STEM field.
- Completion of at least 60 credit hours before the start of the session.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks modeling.
- Experience with VBA or other scripting languages.
- Knowledge of 3D modeling or laser cutting.
Location & details#
- Location: Manchester, Iowa (On-site).
- Terms: Winter 2027 and Summer 2027.
About Raytheon Technologies
Raytheon Technologies operates within the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing industry. The company functions as a public organization with a workforce exceeding 10,000 employees. It focuses on scientific research and complex problem solving. The entity currently operates under the name RTX.
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