Co-op: Columbus Engine Center Rotational (on-site)

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.

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Columbus Engine Center is the largest Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) shop for the Pratt & Whitney Geared Turbo Fan (GTF).  The GTF engine family is the quietest, most efficient, most environmental in its class, delivering the lowest fuel consumption and CO2 emissions for single-aisle aircraft.  Columbus Engine Center also houses the Military Engine Center of Excellence which performs MRO activities on a number of military engine models.  With 550,000 sq ft of manufacturing space and an expansion underway, Columbus Engine Center is looking for dedicated individuals to help support and grow our organization. If you would like to work in a dynamic environment and possess the motivation to incorporate new ideas into practice, this may be the opportunity for you!

What You Will Do

CO-OP positions are available in a number of engineering disciplines.  Based on company need and candidate interest, department assignments and duties could include:

Industrial Engineering:

• Process Analysis and Improvement

• Supporting lean projects from inception through implementation

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify a path to increase engine output rates

Production/Process Engineering:

• Prioritize production issues with internal suppliers to align with gated deliveries

• Seek opportunities to reduce costs and increase quality and efficiency using new materials, processes or technology

• Identifies and manages risk utilizing lean tools to propose risk management solutions

Robotics/Technology Engineering:

• Assist in the design, development, and testing of robotic systems and automation solutions for manufacturing processes

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate robotics technologies into existing production lines, ensuring seamless operation and compatibility

• Conduct performance analysis and troubleshooting of robotic systems, providing recommendations for optimization and improvements

Environmental, Health, & Safety:

• Conduct review of process user safety assessments for ergonomic improvements

• Assist the EH&S team with routine and non-routine risk assessments 

• Participate and lead process improvements centered around safety and ergonomics

Quality Engineering:

• Drive standardization of Quality Management System and ensure quality systems and processes are established, maintained, and improved upon

• Participate and lead root cause analysis investigations

• Provide analysis and develop recommendations for corrective actions for nonconformities

Supply Chain:

• Assist in local delivery assurance and supplier development, monitoring and escalation of systemic issues

• Participate and lead projects centered around supply chain management and improvement

• Assist in identifying capacity need and procurement of capital equipment

Qualifications You Must Have

• Enrolled in a  bachelor’s or master's degree program studying an Engineering Discipline, Operations Management, Logistics/Supply Chain, or Occupational Health & Safety.

• Must be able to work on-site in Columbus, GA 5 days per week starting Fall 2026 - Summer 2027

Qualifications We Prefer

• Minimum 3.0 GPA

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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.