Industrial Engineering Co-Op (Summer/Fall 2027)

RTX•Melbourne, FL

11d•$37,000 - $82,000•Onsite

About The Position

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 Industrial Engineer Co-op will work at the Melbourne, FL facility for the Summer and Fall semesters of 2026. This position is for an Industrial, Mechanical, Process Engineering student interested in gaining hands-on experience in manufacturing. The selected candidate will work in a cross-functional team that applies manufacturing concepts, techniques, analysis, and decision tools to promote and implement changes. The candidate should have good written and verbal communication skills that is willing to learn and has the ability to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Actively pursuing a Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering through the duration of the co-op session.
Must have earned a minimum of 30 credit hours by the start of the co-op session.
This position requires a U.S. Person.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Office Applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.
Experience with CAD software including SolidWorks and AutoCAD

Responsibilities

Improve operator productivity through improvement in manufacturing processes
Design tooling to aid in manufacturing process
Supports Lean/Six Sigma initiatives including 5S, Waste Reduction, and Flow Improvements.
Analyze manufacturing processes for cost reduction opportunity
Plans and designs layout for manufacturing processes and equipment