Manufacturing Electrical Engineering Co-Op (Spring/Summer 2027)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Job summary

RTX is seeking a co-op student in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering to join a Manufacturing Engineering team. You will address test, product flow, quality, ergonomic, and safety challenges in state-of-the-art environments with hands-on experience in a fast-paced setting.

This full-time co-op runs January to July 2027, requiring one semester off from coursework to engage fully in the immersive mentorship opportunity and gain exposure to data analysis, root-cause investigation, and

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related STEM field, and continuing enrollment through the co‑op session.
• Completion of at least 60 credit hours by the start of the co‑op session.

Responsibilities

• Collecting and preparing data to analyze test failures, identifying root causes, and supporting corrective actions.
• Resolving manufacturing defects and process challenges by identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Supporting or leading site support initiatives with a technical focus.
• Contributing to the development and execution of continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing processes.

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Access

SolidWorks

VBA

Troubleshooting

Schematics/PCB design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related STEM

60 credit hours completed by the start of the co-op session

Tools

SolidWorks

PCB design

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-11-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-MANCHESTER-185 ~ 901 S 10th St ~ S 10TH

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 certain necessary systems.

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

Join a team of Manufacturing Electrical Engineers, test technicians, production floor operators, and manufacturing support staff to address test, product flow, quality, ergonomic, and safety challenges in state-of-the-art manufacturing and testing environments. This role offers hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, innovative setting.

This is a full-time, Monday-Friday co-op session running from January to July 2027 (including the Spring semester). Students are expected to take a semester off from coursework to fully engage in this immersive mentorship opportunity.

Key responsibilities include:

• Collecting and preparing data to analyze test failures, identifying root causes, and supporting corrective actions.
• Resolving manufacturing defects and process challenges by identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Supporting or leading site support initiatives with a technical focus.
• Contributing to the development and execution of continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing processes.

What You Will Learn

• Techniques and methods used to design and manufacture advanced electronic equipment.
• The systems and processes required to operate effectively in aerospace manufacturing environments.
• Managing multiple tasks and prioritizing work to meet project demands.
• The day‑to‑day responsibilities and problem‑solving skills of an engineer in a professional setting.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Actively enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related STEM field, and continuing enrollment through the co‑op session.
• Completion of at least 60 credit hours by the start of the co‑op session.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Knowledge of SolidWorks modeling software.
• Skills in VBA or other scripting languages.
• Hands‑on experience with troubleshooting and testing electronic equipment.
• Understanding of schematics and PCB/PWB creation.

What We Offer

• At RTX, our values guide our actions, behaviors, and performance as we work towards a vision of a safer, more connected world. We value safety, trust, respect, accountability, collaboration, and innovation.

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.