About the role#
This Industrial Engineering Co-op position offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience within an aviation and aerospace manufacturing environment. You will work alongside engineering teams to improve production processes and solve complex technical problems. This is a full-time, paid position based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, available for the Summer and Fall 2027 terms. Please note that U.S. citizenship is required for this role.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate directly with production floor employees, including operators, inspectors, and technicians, to resolve daily operational issues.
- Address long-term projects aimed at eliminating recurring manufacturing problems.
- Design tooling to support manufacturing processes and use additive manufacturing (3D printing) for production needs.
- Analyze facility layouts and workflows for building, testing, and repairing electronic or electro-mechanical devices.
- Assist in planning the allocation of personnel, materials, and equipment resources.
- Conduct studies focused on cost control, productivity improvement, inventory management, and production record systems.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree program for Industrial, Mechanical, Computer, or Aerospace Engineering.
- Active student status through the completion of the co-op session.
- Experience using Microsoft Excel for data analysis and visualization.
- Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
- Familiarity with Lean/Six Sigma principles, process mapping, time studies, or root-cause analysis.
Location & details#
- Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Sponsorship: Not provided.
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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