Quality Management System Co-Op (Spring/Summer 2027)

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

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Quality Management System Co‑op to gain hands-on experience maintaining and improving our QMS. This onsite opportunity provides exposure to audits, compliance standards, and cross‑functional projects that impact product quality.

You will work with the Quality Assurance Team on RCCA activities, document control, and continuous improvement initiatives while pursuing a bachelor’s or higher in a related field. This role offers real-world, paid experience in aerospace quality systems.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's or advanced degree and actively enrolled through the duration of the co‑op.
• Experience with basic Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and executing Quality Management System (QMS) audits and follow up on open actions.
• Participate in third-party audits as an observer.
• Assist in implementing AS13100 standards, including auditing and procedure development.
• Prepare and maintain Quality systems documentation, processes, and training materials.
• Contribute to RCCA activities, including database management, corrective action development, and follow-up.
• Support Quality Assurance Team (QAT) activities such as human factor investigations, process walks, and floor sweeps.
• Assist in developing systems to manage document review processes, ballot and gap analysis tracking, and alignment of balloted changes within local procedures.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in applicable discipline

Tools

ETQ or similar systems

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-29

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

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.

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 our team as a Quality Management System Co-Op and gain hands‑on experience in maintaining and improving our Quality Management Systems (QMS). This onsite co-op opportunity will provide you with valuable exposure to quality processes, audits, and compliance standards in a dynamic and innovative environment. You will work on meaningful projects that directly impact our organization’s commitment to quality and excellence.

• Assisting in the preparation and execution of Quality Management System (QMS) and special process audits, including conducting preparatory audits and following up on open actions.
• Participating in third-party audits as an observer.
• Supporting the implementation of AS13100 standards, including auditing and assisting with procedure development.
• Preparing and maintaining Quality systems documentation, processes, and training materials.
• Contributing to Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) activities, including database management, corrective action development, and follow-up.
• Supporting Quality Assurance Team (QAT) activities such as human factor investigations, process walks, and floor sweeps.
• Assisting in the development of systems to manage document review processes, ballot and gap analysis tracking, and alignment of balloted changes within local procedures.
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's or advanced degree in an applicable discipline and actively enrolled through the duration of the co‑op.
• Experience with basic Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and related processes.
• Exposure to Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) processes and tools such as ETQ or similar systems.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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