About the role#
This Manufacturing Electrical Engineer Co-op role is based in Melbourne, Florida. You will work alongside experienced Manufacturing and Test Engineers to support the production of aerospace products. This position offers hands-on experience in production testing, test equipment reliability, data analysis, and process improvement during the Winter or Summer 2027 terms.
What you'll do#
- Develop and automate data-collection tools.
- Perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve test processes.
- Analyze and enhance test equipment performance, reliability, and efficiency to reduce downtime and costs.
- Support capacity planning, ROI analysis, and evaluation of test approaches.
- Provide technical support for troubleshooting, training, and resolving production issues.
- Collaborate with Design Engineering to address component obsolescence.
- Maintain test documentation and manage configuration and change processes.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Advanced degree program in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related STEM field.
- Active enrollment status through the completion of the co-op session.
- Previous experience with basic statistics and statistical process control (SPC).
- Proficiency with data analysis, automation, or engineering software such as Python, MATLAB, Excel, or LabVIEW.
- Experience with parametric process control and its implementation is preferred.
- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles, specifically in electronics manufacturing.
- Demonstrated ability to identify, evaluate, and mitigate technical and operational risks.
- Must be a U.S. Person as defined by federal regulations.
Location & details#
- Location: Melbourne, Florida.
- Modality: This is an on-site position.
- Employment: Full-time co-op.
- Terms: Winter 2027 and Summer 2027.
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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