About the role#
This is a full-time, on-site Manufacturing Electrical Engineering Co-Op position based in Manchester, Iowa. The role runs from June 2027 through December 2027, covering both the Summer and Fall terms. You will work within the manufacturing support team to address technical challenges and improve production processes.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with manufacturing electrical engineers, test technicians, and production staff to resolve issues regarding product flow, quality, ergonomics, and safety.
- Collect and analyze test failures to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Address manufacturing defects and process inhibitors to improve site operations.
- Support or lead site initiatives from a technical perspective.
- Assist in developing and implementing continuous improvement projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program for Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing Systems, or Aerospace Engineering, or a related STEM field.
- Completion of at least 60 credit hours before the start of the co-op.
- U.S. citizenship is required to access necessary systems.
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access.
- Proficiency with SolidWorks modeling.
- Familiarity with VBA or other scripting languages.
- Practical experience troubleshooting and testing electronic equipment.
- Experience working with schematics and PCB/PWB creation.
Location & details#
- Location: Manchester, Iowa.
- Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, on-site.
- This is a paid position.
About RTX
RTX operates in the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing industry. The organization consists of three primary businesses: Collins Aerospace, Pratt and Whitney, and Raytheon. It produces advanced sensors, aircraft engines, and defense systems for the aerospace and defense sectors. The company is based in Arlington, Virginia and employs over 10,000 people.
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