About the role#
This is a full-time Customer Quality Engineering Co-Op position. You will work on-site in Burnsville, Minnesota. The role covers the Summer and Fall 2027 terms. You must be a U.S. citizen to be eligible for this position.
What you'll do#
- Support production improvement and new product introduction projects.
- Conduct product failure analysis and corrective actions.
- Assist in managing and ensuring supplier quality.
- Help implement and maintain quality management systems.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing tools.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related STEM field.
- Actively enrolled in your degree program through the completion of the co-op.
- Completion of at least 60 credits by the start of the co-op session.
- Basic knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, Characteristic Matrix, Gage Capability, Process Capability, Process Flow, Preventive Maintenance, and Machine Runoff.
Location & details#
- Location: Burnsville, Minnesota.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
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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