Customer Quality Engineering Co-Op (Summer/Fall 2027)

Collins Aerospace; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation possible

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Production Quality Engineering Co-Op in the United States (Minnesota). The role is onsite and runs from June to December, offering hands-on experience in production improvement, new product introductions, and failure analysis.

You will learn about Lean tools, 8D root-cause analysis, supplier quality, and quality management systems while developing engineering skills in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or a related STEM major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
• Must have a minimum of 60 credits by the start of the co-op session.

Responsibilities

• Support production improvement and new product introduction projects.
• Conduct product failure analysis and corrective actions.
• Assist in managing and ensuring supplier quality.
• Help implement and maintain quality management systems.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing tools.

Skills

STEM degree emphasis

Education

Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Mechanical / Manufacturing / Electrical / Industrial Engineering or related STEM

Tools

PFMEA

Control Plans

Characteristic Matrix

Gage Capability

Process Capability

Process Flow

Preventive Maintenance

Machine Runoff

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-19

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MN-BURNSVILLE-NORTH ~ 2900 County Rd 42 W ~ NORTH BLDG

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops, and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

Embark on an exciting journey as a Production Quality Engineering Co-Op! Dive into critical production improvement projects, lead new product introductions, and tackle challenging product failure analyses. This role offers a unique chance to make a real impact while honing your engineering skills in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Immerse yourself in a full-time, Monday-Friday co-op session, that will run June-December (including the Fall semester; it is expected students will take a semester off from coursework to fully engage with this working mentorship opportunity).

What You Will Do:

• Support production improvement and new product introduction projects.
• Conduct product failure analysis and corrective actions.
• Assist in managing and ensuring supplier quality.
• Help implement and maintain quality management systems.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing tools.

What You Will Learn:

• Analytical Problem Solving: Problem-solving methods like 8D and root cause analysis.
• Supplier Quality Assurance: Key aspects of managing supplier quality.
• New Product Development: Phases and tools of new product development and launch.
• Quality Management Systems: Standards and certification processes.
• Lean Manufacturing: Techniques like 5S and Value Stream Mapping.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Must be pursuing Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or a related STEM major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
• Must have a minimum of 60 credits by the start of the co-op session.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Has basic knowledge of tools such as PFMEA, Control Plans, Characteristic Matrix, Gage Capability, Process Capability, Process Flow, Preventive Maintenance, Machine Runoff, etc.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• This role may be eligible for relocation.

The salary range for this role is 37,000 USD - 82,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.

Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

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