Industrial Engineer Co-op (Spring & Summer 2026)(Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-08-26

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 information under this program/contract.

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. 

Are you looking for a rewarding position?  Join our team as an Industrial Engineering Spring (January start) and Summer (early to mid-August end) Co-op on the NPI/Mod Center Team in Cedar Rapids, IA, where you'll apply Industrial Engineering concepts and analysis tools to drive transformative changes in manufacturing operations. You would need to take the spring semester off. Your focus will be on improving product quality, reducing costs, and optimizing production flow, contributing directly to our team’s efficiency and competitiveness. 

This role offers a blend of independent initiative and teamwork, collaborating closely with manufacturing 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 Industrial 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. This role is onsite, in Cedar Rapids, IA. This role may be eligible for relocation.

What You Will Do:

• You will support manufacturing processes including: equipment, floor layouts, work sequence, work instructions, procedures, and work flow.   
• You will conduct studies on cost control, productivity, cost reduction, inventory, and production record systems.   
• You will review products/processes for quality, safety, and producibility risks and work with design to incorporate changes to eliminate the risks. 
• You will manage moderately sized projects or processes. 
• You will independently resolve problems that are difficult and often complex and you will develop tactical plans to manage day-to-day challenges.  
• You will do some travel to local Iowa reginal sites. 

What You Will Learn:

• You will master the ability to assess current processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement enhancements to boost productivity and efficiency. 
• You will gain proficiency in methodologies for continuous improvement, focusing on waste reduction, efficiency enhancement, and driving overall process improvements. 
• You will develop strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders across all organizational levels. 
• You will acquire the ability to adapt to changing environments and integrate industry trends and innovations to maintain competitiveness. 
• You will learn to lead teams, delegate responsibilities, and inspire team members to achieve collective objectives. 

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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Working towards a BS in Industrial Engineering. 
• Prior experience in manufacturing environments. 
• Strong background in Root Cause Analysis. 
• Experience with CAD software. 
• Track record of driving continuous improvement in manufacturing operations. 

Learn More and Apply Now!

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds tod