Industrial Engineering Co-Op (Spring/Summer 2027)

About the role

Collins Aerospace, a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry, offers a full‑time, onsite co‑op position in Melbourne, FL. The role requires U.S. Person status (U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee). No security clearance is required. You will gain hands‑on experience in aerospace manufacturing, logistics, and industrial engineering, develop process‑improvement skills such as root‑cause analysis, KPI reporting, workflow optimization, and data‑driven operational support, and work with leadership on materials engagements and projects.

Responsibilities

• Co‑facilitate events, activities, and projects to deliver tailored value to customers and positively impact KPIs.
• Identify drivers of cost and propose alternative solutions for cost reductions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and projects consistent with the RTX CORE (Customer Oriented Results and Excellence) methodology.
• Support the implementation of shop floor management strategies, including Visual Management, Cell Design, and Material Flow.
• Act as a culture champion and change agent.
• Provide onsite support.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Industrial Engineering or a related STEM major.
• Must be actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co‑op session.
• Must have a minimum of 60 credit hours by the start of the co‑op session.

Skills

• Familiarity with principles and techniques commonly used in electronics and lean manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Excel (advanced formulas and data visualization) and PowerPoint.
• Experience with SAP, AutoCAD, Power BI, SQL, VBA macros, and Tableau.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short‑term and 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
• Annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs (eligibility and payouts depend on position level, performance, and business results)

Pay

The salary range for this role is $37,000 USD – $82,000 USD.

Schedule

Full‑time, Monday‑Friday co‑op session running January through August (including the Spring semester; students are expected to take a semester off from coursework to fully engage). The position is onsite.