About the role#
This co-op position offers the chance to work with a team of engineers on advanced manufacturing projects. You will gain exposure to aerospace manufacturing processes and contribute to real-world engineering challenges while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
What you'll do#
- Manage project tasks, time, and resources to meet specific goals and milestones.
- Plan and implement automation capital projects.
- Research, evaluate, and test new technologies to improve shop floor productivity and quality.
- Provide engineering guidance to optimize manufacturing techniques and equipment use.
- Integrate automation solutions into existing factory systems.
- Implement Smart Factory technologies and add digital data acquisition to legacy test equipment.
- Analyze manufacturing data and build dashboards to display metrics for operations teams.
What you'll need#
- Active pursuit of a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Systems, or Manufacturing Engineering.
- Completion of at least 30 credit hours before the start of the co-op.
- A solid understanding of engineering principles.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Lean principles, and concepts.
- Experience with presentations and design software like SolidWorks or Siemens NX.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred.
- Knowledge of control systems and coding, such as Ignition, LabVIEW, MATLAB, or Ladder Logic.
- Experience with data acquisition equipment and controllers like cDAQ or PLCs.
- Technical familiarity with 3D modeling, laser cutting, vision systems, and robotics certifications like ABB or Fanuc.
- Ability to analyze test data, design testing processes, and perform gage R&R.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
- The role is full-time and on-site.
- Available for Summer 2027 and Fall 2027 terms.
- U.S. citizenship is required for this role.
About RTX
RTX operates in the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing industry. The organization consists of three primary businesses: Collins Aerospace, Pratt and Whitney, and Raytheon. It produces advanced sensors, aircraft engines, and defense systems for the aerospace and defense sectors. The company is based in Arlington, Virginia and employs over 10,000 people.
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