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

Prattwhitney; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Flexible hours

Scholar program

PTO

Holidays

Job summary

RTX invites students to join a Factory Enablement Co‑op, gaining hands‑on experience in modernizing aerospace manufacturing through digital tools and smart factory concepts. You will learn from engineers, prototype solutions, and help scale pilot projects across manufacturing sites.

You’ll explore AI, IoT, CMMS/RTLS, and data workflows while collaborating with DT/IT, EHS, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to translate needs into digital requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or related STEM field and actively enrolled through the internship/co‑op session.
• Experience with modern technologies such as Python, Power BI, IoT systems (Ignition, Kepware, etc), automation, or industrial software (MES, ERP, PLM).
• Experience working with data—cleaning, organizing, visualizing, or interpreting it.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy digital tools to modernize aerospace manufacturing.
• Work with a digital team to prototype and deploy solutions for factories.
• Assist with data collection, documentation, and scaling pilot projects.

Skills

Python

Power BI

IoT

Automation

Industrial software

Education

Bachelor's or Advanced degree (CS/IT/Data Science/STEM)

Tools

Ignition

Kepware

MES

ERP

PLM

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-04 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.
• Operational Support: Assist with troubleshooting digital tools or connectivity issues under the guidance of site engineers or technologists.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must be pursuing Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or a related field or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) major and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co‑op session.
• Experience with modern technologies such as Python, Power BI, IoT systems (Ignition, Kepware, etc), automation, or industrial software (MES, ERP, PLM).
• Experience working with data—cleaning, organizing, visualizing, or interpreting it.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

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.

Salary Range

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.

Benefits

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

Incentive Compensation

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement. 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.

Location & Pay Structure

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.

Application Window

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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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Company Overview

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.