Manufacturing Electrical Engineering Co-Op (Summer/Fall 2027)

Date Posted: 2026-10-01



Country: United States of America



Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-109 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 109



Position Role Type: Onsite



U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.



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.

This role offers a blend of independent initiative and teamwork, collaborating closely with industrial engineers, production personnel, management, and support organizations. Located onsite in Cedar Rapids, IA, you'll play a crucial role in shaping our operational excellence and innovation. If you're passionate about Manufacturing/Electrical Engineering and driven to make a meaningful impact in manufacturing, we encourage you to apply and join us in advancing our shared goals of excellence and innovation.

What You Will Do:

• Support manufacturing test processes, including test equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, unit failure analysis, and test procedure refinement.
• Conduct studies focused on cost control, productivity, cost reduction, inventory management, and production record systems.
• Review products and processes for quality, safety, and producibility risks, collaborating with design teams to incorporate changes that mitigate these risks.
• Manage moderately sized projects or processes effectively.
• Independently identify and resolve complex and challenging problems.
• Develop tactical plans to address and overcome day-to-day challenges.
• Occasionally travel to local regional sites in Iowa as required.

What You Will Learn:
During your tenure, you will have numerous opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge in various areas, enabling you to enhance organizational efficiency and competitiveness effectively, including:

• Learning how to function as a manufacturing electrical engineer, supporting various high-frequency communication radios and circuit board test processes.
• Gaining hands-on experience with engineering tools used in the build and testing of Datalinks radios, such as SAP, engineering drawings, change control boards, OCKMS, eView, and PDM.
• Acquiring knowledge of standard work tools and processes.
• Exploring significant growth and development opportunities to prepare for future roles.
• Developing essential communication and collaboration skills critical for success in this role.
• Building leadership skills through practical, on-the-job experiences.
• Participating in various on-the-job training sessions and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a similar engineering program for the duration of the co-op session.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Previous co-op or internship experience in manufacturing environments.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis.
• Proficiency in software debugging.
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement in manufacturing operations.

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.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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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