Manufacturing Electrical Engineering Intern; Summer
Listed on 2026-09-20
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Quality Engineering, Test Engineer
Date Posted:
Country:United States of America
Location:US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-108 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 108
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 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.
WhatYou Will Do
Provide technical interpretation of drawings and specifications.
Analyze and resolve design tolerance issues.
Evaluate, select, and order capital test equipment, including performing cost/payback analysis.
Support capacity planning and utilization analysis to ensure proper staffing and test equipment needs.
Identify and address routine test defects and improve test yields.
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to resolve test failures.
Gain hands‑on experience in manufacturing electrical engineering, supporting high‑frequency communication radios and circuit board manufacturing processes.
Learn to use engineering tools such as:
SAP, engineering drawings, change control boards, Solid Works, AutoCAD, eView, and PDM.
Apply standard work tools and processes, including CORE certification.
Develop essential communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
Take advantage of growth opportunities within the role and develop expertise for future career paths.
Participate in on‑the‑job training and professional development programs.
Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, or a related STEM major through the completion of the internship/co‑op session.
Background in Root Cause Analysis.
Relevant experience gained through on‑the‑job training, research, coursework, or projects.
Prior experience in manufacturing environments.
Prior Experience in RF Technology
Demonstrated interest or experience in electronics.
Proven ability to drive continuous improvement in manufacturing operations.
Prior RTX internship, co‑op, or work experience
Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.
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…
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