About the role#
This Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op position is a full-time, paid opportunity based in Manchester, Iowa. You will work on-site to support aerospace and defense manufacturing operations. Please note that U.S. citizenship is required for this role due to system access requirements.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with Industrial Engineers, production floor operators, and support staff to address product flow, quality, ergonomics, and safety.
- Design, build, verify, and implement fixtures or tooling for manufacturing processes.
- Program and operate equipment, including laser machines and 3D printers.
- Identify root causes of manufacturing defects and process inefficiencies.
- Implement effective corrective actions and support 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 field.
- Completion of at least 60 credit hours before the start of the session.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks modeling.
- Experience with VBA or other scripting languages.
- Knowledge of 3D modeling or laser cutting.
Location & details#
- Location: Manchester, Iowa (On-site).
- 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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