Manufacturing Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Prattwhitney; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

RTX is seeking a motivated Manufacturing Engineering Intern to support production teams, assist with troubleshooting, and help implement process improvements in an aerospace and defense setting. The role emphasizes collaboration with engineering and production teams to boost product quality and productivity.

Applicants must be pursuing a Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Manufacturing or Electrical Engineering (or related STEM) and remain enrolled through the internship period.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related STEM and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite programs.
• Experience using CAD software (CREO preferred).

Responsibilities

• Support production teams by assisting with technical troubleshooting, process improvement, and documentation updates.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to address manufacturing challenges and enhance product quality.
• Gain hands-on experience with operational tools and software commonly used in manufacturing processes.
• Contribute to process optimization projects aimed at improving productivity and reducing costs.
• Learn about and assist in the development of new manufacturing techniques and technologies.

Skills

MS Office

CREO CAD

Education

Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Manufacturing/ Electrical Engineering or related STEM

Tools

CAD CREO

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-28 Country: United States of America Location: US-MN-BURNSVILLE-WEST ~ 14300 Judicial Rd ~ WEST BLDG Position Role Type: Onsite 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. Collins Aerospace is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Manufacturing Engineering Intern.

What You Will Do:

Support production teams by assisting with technical troubleshooting, process improvement, and documentation updates. Collaborate with engineering and production teams to address manufacturing challenges and enhance product quality. Gain hands‑on experience with operational tools and software commonly used in manufacturing processes. Contribute to process optimization projects aimed at improving productivity and reducing costs. Learn about and assist in the development of new manufacturing techniques and technologies.

Qualifications

Must be pursuing Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co‑op session.

Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite programs Experience using CAD software (CREO preferred) *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.

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms 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.