Date Posted:2026-01-06
Country:United States of America
Location:HIA36: Manchester, IA 901 South 10th St , Manchester, IA, 52057-2014 USA
Position Role Type:Onsite
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Security Clearance: None/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.
This position is for an on-site Industrial/Manufacturing Engineer Co-Op who will join the Manufacturing support team at the Collins Aerospace Manchester, Iowa facility for the
Summer/Fall 2026 session.
Manchester is the Center of Excellence in the manufacture of Avionics Commercial and Military Cockpit Displays! In this roll you would receive a good balance of design and hands on problem solving. See how Engineers are able to solve problems internally or work with outside services to come to solutions. If you are a self-starter and interested in learning what happens in a electronics manufacturing site this may be for you. Manchester offers great opportunities for working in a team oriented, fast paced, positive work environment.
Immerse yourself in a full-time, Monday-Friday co-op session, that will run May/June- December (including the Fall semester; it is expected students will take a semester off from coursework to fully engage with this working mentorship opportunity).What You Will Do:- Working along side Industrial Engineers, production floor operators and manufacturing support staff, to resolve product flow, quality, ergonomic or safety issues associated with state of the art manufacturing techniques.
- Develop or Improve designs of fixtures or tooling to improve or aid in manufacturing products as well as build, verify, and implementing those fixtures.
- Identify root cause of manufacturing defects, process inhibitors and implement effective correction action measures.
Program and run Laser Machine, 3D printers and several other manufacturing equipment to develop fixtures. - Aid in the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives
What You Will Learn:- A variety of manufacturing techniques used to build and create advanced electronic equipment
- Systems in which Aerospace Manufacturing Environments must operate and navigate
- Prioritization and balancing work load of multiple projects
- What it is like to be an engineer in industry
Qualifications You Must Have:- Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and student must be pursuing a Bachelor's or advanced degree in an applicable discipline.
Qualifications We Prefer: Proficient knowledge using Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
Proficient knowledge of SolidWorks Modeling
Experience with VBA or other scripting languages
Experience with 3d Modeling or laser cutting
Learn More and Apply Now!Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
Our Avionics team advances flight deck solutions, airborne communications, vision systems, sensors and fire protection for commercial and military customers around the world. That means we're helping people reach their destination safely and keeping pilots, passengers, flight crews, airlines, airports and military personnel connected and informed. And we're providing industry-leading fire protection and safety systems that our customers can count on when it matters most. Are you ready to learn from the most knowledgeable experts in the industry, develop the technologies of tomorrow and reach new heights in your career? Join our Avionics team today
Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.This position is eligible for relocation.* Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.
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.
Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world - and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.
At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form - with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.
Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day.
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.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.
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