About the role#
This Product Quality Engineering Co-Op position offers hands-on experience in manufacturing quality assurance. You will work with teams to support processes and improve outcomes in an aerospace and defense environment. The role is full-time and requires U.S. citizenship.
What you'll do#
- Review defects and conduct scrap analysis with product quality teams.
- Provide manufacturing support to ensure adherence to established quality standards.
- Analyze production data to identify trends and process improvement opportunities.
- Participate in root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions for quality issues.
- Support proactive initiatives to prevent defects and optimize performance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align with quality protocols and objectives.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree program in Aerospace Engineering, Quality Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
- Enrollment must continue through the completion of the co-op session.
- Experience in quality-related tasks through coursework, research, projects, or previous work.
- Prior experience with Raytheon Technologies is preferred.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Manchester, Iowa.
- The role is on-site.
- The program terms are Summer 2027 and Fall 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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