Factory Enablement Digital Engineer (Spring/Summer Co-op)

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Factory Enablement Co-op to support Advanced Operations Engineering. You will develop and deploy digital tools that modernize aerospace manufacturing, learning how smart factory concepts connect people, processes, and devices.

You will work with experienced engineers to prototype solutions, gather data, document results, and prepare materials for scaling pilots across sites, gaining hands-on experience in digital tool deployment.

Responsibilities

• Support Advanced Operations Engineering in developing and deploying digital tools to modernize aerospace manufacturing.
• Ideal for students who enjoy exploring new tech, solving problems, and linking digital systems to factory operations.
• Work with experienced engineers to investigate technologies, assist pilots, and enhance digital capabilities at manufacturing sites.
• Gain hands-on experience with advanced tools used in Smart Factory environments.

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-10

Country: United States of America

Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-105 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 105

Position Role Type: Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

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.

What You Will Do

The Factory Enablement Co-op will support the Advanced Operations Engineering in developing and deploying digital tools that help modernize aerospace manufacturing. This role is ideal for a student who enjoys exploring new technologies, solving problems, and learning how digital systems connect with real- world factory operations. You will work alongside experienced engineers and technologists to investigate emerging technologies, assist with pilot projects, and help improve the digital capabilities of our manufacturing sites. This co-op offers a hands- on opportunity to gain practical experience with advanced tools used in “Smart Factory” environments.

What You Will Learn

• Technology Exploration & Support: Assist in researching emerging technologies such as AI, IoT devices, software systems that power our factory (ie CMMS, RTLS, etc.). Help evaluate whether these tools can improve safety, quality, or productivity in manufacturing.
• Pilot Project Assistance: You will be an active member within a digital team to prototype and deploy solutions to our factories. You may support proof-of-concept projects by gathering data, documenting results, helping configure digital tools, and preparing materials for scaling successful pilots.
• Systems Thinking: Learn how people, processes, and digital systems connect on the factory floor. Help identify basic workflow or data challenges and propose practical digital enhancements.
• Digital Tool Deployment: Help create simple, standardized documentation or templates that make new technologies easier to deploy across multiple sites.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with teams such as DT/IT, EHS, Quality, Supply Chain, and shop-floor technicians to understand their needs and help translate them into digital requirements.
• Technical Communication: Prepare clear summaries, diagrams, or presentations that explain digital concepts or project results to non-technical audiences