About the role#
This is a full-time Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op position based at our facility in Manchester, Iowa. The role runs from June through December 2027. You will work on-site Monday through Friday. Please note that U.S. citizenship is required for this position to access necessary systems.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with Industrial Engineers, production-floor operators, and manufacturing support staff to address safety, quality, ergonomics, and product flow issues.
- Design, build, verify, and implement fixtures and tooling to support manufacturing processes.
- Investigate the root causes of manufacturing defects and process inhibitors to implement corrective measures.
- Program and operate equipment, including laser machines and 3D printers.
- Support the development and execution of 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 major.
- Completion of at least 60 credit hours before the start of the session.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access.
- Experience with SolidWorks modeling, 3D modeling, or laser cutting.
- Experience using VBA or other scripting languages.
Location & details#
- Location: Manchester, Iowa.
- Term: Summer and Fall 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time paid co-op.
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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