Mission Systems Supplier Quality Intern (Spring 2027)

RTX; Iowa; Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX is seeking a dedicated student or recent graduate for a remote position in US-IA. You will gain exposure to supplier quality compliance, manage certification data, and support process improvements across the supply chain.

In collaboration with the Global Supplier Quality team, you will assess risks, document nonconformances, and help track metrics. A background in supply chain or engineering and strong Office skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing or holding a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, or Technology.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and ERP systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and continuous improvement is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain supplier quality certifications and compliance waivers, updating ERP with certification dates.
• Collaborate with Global Supplier Quality Compliance to assess risks and identify noncompliance.
• Assist site Quality teams by documenting nonconformances and supporting metrics and process improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement by tracking turnbacks and supporting product skip-lot activities.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Quality Management Systems

Continuous Improvement

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, or Technology or actively pursuing through internship session

Tools

ERP systems

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. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Location: US-IA-REMOTE

This position is classified as: 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. 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.

What You Will Do

• Maintain supplier quality certifications and compliance waivers: Update ERP systems with supplier quality management system certification expiration dates. Reflect changes in supplier or part number quality information records.
• Collaborate with the Global Supplier Quality Compliance team: Prioritize supplier assessments and updates for Mission Systems. Review procedure updates and new releases to create a compliance gap matrix identifying risks and noncompliance.
• Support site Quality teams: Ensure supplier nonconformances are clearly documented and defined. Assist with monthly metrics, customer presentations, and process improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives: Track and analyze process turnbacks, highlighting high-impact items for improvement. Lead or support product skip lot activities to reduce incoming inspection backlogs. Submit escalation requests or workflows for urgent quality needs.

What You Will Learn

• Gain knowledge of aerospace and U.S. Government Quality Requirements and how to track and maintain ASL compliance across the supply chain. Develop project management skills and learn how to work efficiently and effectively in a remote position within a fast-paced industry.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Actively pursuing or holding a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, or Technology and enrolled through the completion of the internship session.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience using Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of Quality Management Systems and Continuous Improvement.
• Experience managing projects, schedules, deliverables, or budgets.

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.