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[Apply on RTX’s careers site →](https://globalhr.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/REC_RTX_Ext_Gateway/job/US-IA-MANCHESTER-185--901-S-10th-St--S-10TH/Industrial-Manufacturing-Engineering-Co-Op--Summer-Fall-2027-_01883163) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [RTX](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/rtx/) / Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op (Summer/Fall 2027) ## Job description ### Date Posted 2026-10-21 Country: United States of America Location: US-IA-MANCHESTER-185 ~ 901 S 10th St ~ S 10TH 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 certain necessary systems. ### 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 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 2027 session. ### What You Will Do Immerse yourself in a full-time, Monday–Friday co-op session running June–December (including the Fall semester; students are expected to take the semester off from coursework to fully engage in this mentorship opportunity). Work alongside Industrial Engineers, production-floor operators, and manufacturing support staff to resolve product flow, quality, ergonomic, and safety issues associated with advanced manufacturing techniques. Develop or improve designs for fixtures or tooling to support manufacturing processes, as well as build, verify, and implement those fixtures. Identify root causes of manufacturing defects and process inhibitors, and implement effective corrective measures. Program and operate laser machines, 3D printers, and other manufacturing equipment to develop fixtures. Support the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives. ### What You Will Learn A variety of manufacturing techniques used to build advanced electronic equipment. How aerospace manufacturing environments operate and navigate required systems. How to prioritize and balance workloads across multiple projects What it is like to work as an engineer in industry. ### Qualifications You Must Have: Actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related STEM major through the completion of the co-op session. Completion of at least 60 credit hours prior to the start of the internship/co-op session. We Prefer: Experience using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) Experience with SolidWorks modeling Experience with VBA or other scripting languages Experience with 3D modeling or laser cutting ### 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 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 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. ### Privacy Policy and Terms Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 22, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Nov 11, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 11, 2026 - Listed for: 20 days - Location: MANCHESTER, IA, US - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on RTX’s careers site →](https://globalhr.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/REC_RTX_Ext_Gateway/job/US-IA-MANCHESTER-185--901-S-10th-St--S-10TH/Industrial-Manufacturing-Engineering-Co-Op--Summer-Fall-2027-_01883163) ## Hiring at RTX - Open jobs: 4,634 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Jul 14, 2026 [All RTX jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/rtx/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at RTX ### [Inspection Tech II - 1st Shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/rtx/jobs/bb3e39703ef515bda934/) WILSONVILLE, OR, US ### [Inspector 1 3rd Shift (Sun-Friday 10pm - 6am) - Onsite](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/rtx/jobs/d23f96df31f782f5ea48/) MIDDLETOWN, PA, US ### [Inspector 1 AWW1 6AM-6PM/ Fri-Sat-Sun (Onsite)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/rtx/jobs/e3b49dace9a9da44bf10/) MIDDLETOWN, PA, US ### [Jacksonville F135 Depot Quality Manager (Onsite)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/rtx/jobs/0a43f07b6e3dbe7ba64a/) US-FL-JACKSONVILLE-WASP-CUST ~ FRCSE JAX Wasp St ~ JAX WASP ### [Journeyman Machinist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/rtx/jobs/fbdbb7d5b6ec1a2f918d/) TUCSON, AZ, US ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Manufacturing/Industrial Engineer - Industrial, Capacity & Time Study](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/16b2d38e507a7422a02f/) Eaton · El Paso, Texas, USA ### [Manufacturing / Industrial Engineer - Mid-Career - Level 3](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/93652616a71409017c48/) Lockheed Martin · Moorestown, NJ ### [Manufacturing Technician (Industrial)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/illinois-tool-works/jobs/8ddc2db63ace7d2816ba/) Illinois Tool Works · Hatfield, Pennsylvania, United States of America ### [E&I Maintenance Technician – Industrial Manufacturing (2nd Shift) 5,000 Sign-On Bonus](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/663cd2de3ae1eba94982/) Thermo Fisher Scientific · Rochester, New York, United States of America ### [Manufacturing Systems Engineer - Industrial Software & Digital Manufacturing](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/mitsubishi-heavy-industries/jobs/1f52600b818c2d3adaff/) Mitsubishi Heavy Industries · Pooler, GA, US [Manufacturing & Production jobs](/functions/manufacturing-production/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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