Manufacturing Engineering Co-op (Spring/Summer 2027)

Prattwhitney; Jamestown (ND); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Annual incentive programs

Job summary

RTX is seeking a student to develop manufacturing plans for cargo system components and assist manufacturing engineers on process improvements. You will gain hands-on experience in machining, sheet metal fabrication, painting, and electro‑mechanical assembly while supporting internal/external customers.

A focus on CAD/CAM tooling and quality documentation is essential. You will learn to interpret engineering specs, apply them to hardware production, and understand how design affects

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering through internship/co-op.
• Minimum of 60 credit hours prior to start.
• Basic experience with MS Office and CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing plans for cargo system details and assemblies across machining, sheet metal, processing, painting, and assembly.
• Provide technical support to internal and external customers; troubleshoot production issues.

Skills

C++

Python

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

NX

Catia

AutoCAD

CREO

MS Office

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-29 Country: United States of America Location: US-ND-JAMESTOWN-P1 ~ 2604 Highway 20 N ~ PLANT 1 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

• Develop manufacturing plans for cargo system details and assemblies, including machining, sheet metal fabrication, processing, painting, and mechanical/electro-mechanical assembly.
• Provide technical support to internal and external customers, troubleshoot production issues, and resolve process problems.
• Create Illustrated Standard Work Combination Sheets (ISWCS) for cargo system assemblies.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement events to enhance production flow, standard work, cycle time, EHS, 5S, and point-of-use efficiency.
• Assist with special projects and tasks assigned by Manufacturing Engineers.

What You Will Learn

• Apply engineering skills to solve real-world manufacturing challenges.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment while working alongside experienced engineers.
• Interpret and apply engineering specifications to hardware production.
• Understand how product design affects manufacturing capabilities.

You Must Have

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related STEM major through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
• Earned a minimum of 60 credit hours prior to the start of the internship/co-op session.
• Basic experience with MS Office and CAD software.
• Relevant experience obtained through on-the-job training, research, coursework, or projects.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Person/Permanent Resident ("Green Card" holder).

Qualifications We Prefer

• Proficiency with 3D modeling software (e.g., NX, Catia, AutoCAD, CREO).
• Experience with programming languages (e.g., C++, Python).
• Prior internship or co-op experience.

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.

This position is classified as: Onsite: 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. Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility. 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.

This role is a U.S.-based role.

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.

Benefits

• 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
• holidays
• annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs

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

If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

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.