Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op (Summer/Fall 2027)

RTX; Manchester (IA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

RTX Corporation’s Collins Aerospace Manchester, IA facility is seeking an on-site Industrial/Manufacturing Engineer Co‑Op for Summer/Fall 2027. You will work full‑time, Monday–Friday, alongside engineers and production staff to address product flow, quality, ergonomic and safety issues using advanced manufacturing techniques.

This internship emphasizes developing fixtures, tooling, root-cause analysis, and hands-on experience with laser machines and 3D printers to support manufacturing

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related STEM.
• Completion of at least 60 credit hours prior to the start of the co‑op.

Responsibilities

• Join a full‑time, Monday‑Friday co‑op session June‑December; take the semester off from coursework.
• Collaborate with Industrial Engineers and manufacturing staff to resolve flow, quality, ergonomic, and safety issues.
• Develop or improve fixtures or tooling; build, verify, and implement fixtures.
• Identify root causes of defects and implement corrective actions; program laser machines and 3D printers.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerP

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing Systems/Aerospace Engineering or related STEM

At least 60 credit hours completed before start

Tools

SolidWorks modeling

VBA or scripting

3D modeling or laser cutting

Job description

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. This position is for an on‑site Industrial/Manufacturing Engineer Co‑Op who will join the Manufacturing support team at the Collins Aerospace Manchester, Iowa facility for the Summer/Fall 2027 session.

What You Will Do

• Immerse yourself in a full‑time, Monday‑Friday co‑op session running June‑December (including the Fall semester; students are expected to take the semester off from coursework to fully engage in this mentorship opportunity).
• Work alongside Industrial Engineers, production‑floor operators, and manufacturing support staff to resolve product flow, quality, ergonomic, and safety issues associated with advanced manufacturing techniques.
• Develop or improve designs for fixtures or tooling to support manufacturing processes, as well as build, verify, and implement those fixtures.
• Identify root causes of manufacturing defects and process inhibitors, and implement effective corrective measures.
• Program and operate laser machines, 3D printers, and other manufacturing equipment to develop fixtures.
• Support the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.

What You Will Learn

• A variety of manufacturing techniques used to build advanced electronic equipment.
• How aerospace manufacturing environments operate and navigate required systems.
• How to prioritize and balance workloads across multiple projects.
• What it is like to work as an engineer in industry.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related STEM major through the completion of the co‑op session.
• Completion of at least 60 credit hours prior to the start of the internship/co‑op session.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
• Experience with SolidWorks modeling
• Experience with VBA or other scripting languages
• Experience with 3D modeling or laser cutting

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
• Innovation

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.

This position is classified as

Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in‑person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on‑site, hybrid or remote.

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

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.

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.

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.