EH&S Engineering Co-op (Summer/Fall 2026)(Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-10-22

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

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:

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. 

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. 

Immerse yourself in a full-time, Monday-Friday co-op session, that will run 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).

Co-op can sit at one of the following Avionics locations:

• Cedar Rapids, IA
• Burnsville, MN
• Melbourne, FL
• Wilson, NC
• Wilsonville, OR

What You Will Do:

• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of EH&S programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as RTX policies and procedures.
• Conduct workplace safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Support the implementation of training programs to educate employees on EH&S policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Participate in risk assessments and support the development of mitigation strategies to address identified risks.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of regulatory reports and documentation.
• Support emergency response planning, drills, and incident investigations as needed.

What You Will Learn:

• Gain knowledge while working and collaborating with cross-functional teams, including operations, engineering, and facilities, to promote a safe and environmentally responsible workplace
• Learn about sustainability and environmental stewardship initiatives, including waste reduction, recycling, and energy conservation projects
• Leverage and perform data collection, analysis, and reporting related to EH&S metrics, including incident reporting, waste management, and energy usage.

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.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Learn More and Apply Now!

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, an 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.

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