Mechanical/Industrial Engineering Co-op (Spring/Summer 2027)

Location: US-FL-MELBOURNE-311 ~ 1100 W Hibiscus Blvd ~ BLDG 311

 Position Role Type: Onsite

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position.​ The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

 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.

The Mechanical/Industrial Engineering Co-op position will work with the Process Center IPT in the Melbourne, FL facility. This role is designed for a Mechanical, Process, or Industrial Engineering student seeking hands-on experience in manufacturing engineering methods and techniques. If selected, the co-op will gain familiarity with Surface Mount Technology and/or Through Hole processes, as well as methods to measure, analyze, and improve these processes.

Provide production floor support for manufacturing processes. Assist in various process-related projects, including: Process equipment verification and validation. Process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality. Scrap reduction related to process inefficiencies. Out-of-Equipment (OOE) improvement initiatives. Time study projects involving work measurement, creation, and validation of time standards. Facility re-layout planning and execution. Lean manufacturing implementation. Apply Lean principles, including: 5S methodology. Development of standard work processes. Optimization of production flow. Collaborate with Industrial Engineers (IEs) and Production Managers to identify inefficiencies and implement productivity improvements. Develop cost-benefit analyses for alternate methods, processes, layouts, parts, tooling, or equipment.

You Must Have * Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related STEM major and actively enrolled through the completion of the co-op session. Must have a minimum of 60 hours of credit by the start of the internship / co-op session. Must be a U.S. Person/Permanent Resident (“Green Card” holder).

We Prefer Knowledge of Lean principles. Experience using computer aided design (CAD) software such as SolidWorks Experience with programming and project management. Learn More & Apply Now Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as: 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. 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