Continuous Improvement Engineer Co-Op (Summer/Fall 2026)(Onsite)

RTX • Melbourne, FL

2d • 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. Looking for an exciting opportunity to learn more about the Aerospace industry while finishing your degree? Consider joining us here at Collins Aerospace, where we’re working side-by-side with customers on exciting industry possibilities. This position is for an on-site Continuous Improvement Engineer Co-Op who will join the CORE team at the Collins Aerospace Melbourne, FL facility for the Spring / Summer 2026 session. Immerse yourself in a full-time, Monday-Friday co-op session, that will run May/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).

Requirements

• 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

Responsibilities

• Co-facilitate events/activities to deliver tailored value to our customers and positively affect KPI.
• Ability to train others on specific continuous improvement / operative system tools and methods
• Identify drivers of cost and propose alternative solutions for cost reductions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and projects using the CORE methodology
• Support implementation of shop floor management strategy including but not limited to Visual Management, Cell Design, Material Flow

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED