Intern, Manufacturing Engineering

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Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customer’s toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible through advanced engineering and innovation across more than 180 sites in 24 countries. Our experts set the standards for the aerospace industry — and we’re looking for fresh, motivated minds to help us shape the future.
Join us and be part of an engineering culture that values curiosity, creativity, and integrity as we work together to achieve what others can only imagine.

About the Internship

Join the Manufacturing Engineering team at Collins Aerospace, where innovation, precision, and modernization shape the future of aerospace production.
As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern, you will support shopfloor layout planning, digitalization projects, equipment upgrades, automation initiatives, and workflow optimization activities. This internship offers a hands-on opportunity to contribute to factory modernization, process improvement, and data-driven manufacturing transformation.

You will collaborate with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams to analyze production processes, support digital tools, and help streamline operational efficiency.

What You Will Learn

• Hands-on experience in shopfloor layout planning, workflow optimization, and process mapping.
• Exposure to CAPEX planning, justification, and equipment upgrade strategies.
• Understanding of smart manufacturing technologies, including automation, machine connectivity, and OEE tracking.
• Develop analytical skills through data cleaning, visualization, and reporting for production and quality systems.
• Strengthen collaboration skills by working closely with engineering, IT, quality, and production teams.
• Learn key manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, assembly, and testing.
• Gain practical experience in root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement methodologies.

What You Will Work On

• Document current manufacturing workflows, identify bottlenecks, and recommend improvements for efficiency, quality, and ergonomic optimization.
• Support CAPEX proposal development, justification, and budget tracking for new equipment or upgrades.
• Assist in process reviews, updates, and standardization (process sheets, standard work, PM plans).
• Participate in equipment assessment, lifecycle planning, and tooling/fixture redesign or enhancement.
• Contribute to digitalization efforts, including machine monitoring, data connectivity, and OEE dashboard development.
• Assist in identifying opportunities to automate manual processes through robotics, data collection systems, or visualization tools.
• Support vendor engagement for machine procurement, installation, and commissioning.
• Help validate and qualify new or modified processes, ensuring compliance with engineering and quality requirements.
• Prepare documentation, dashboards, and reports through close collaboration with engineering, IT, and production teams.
• Participate in post-implementation performance tracking to measure improvements and recommend next steps.

What You’ll Gain

• Gain practical experience in data-driven manufacturing, including SPC, OEE, and production analytics.
• Strengthen problem-solving skills by participating in root cause analysis and improvement actions.
• Learn how to support daily manufacturing goals by collaborating with engineers, operators, and technicians.
• Contribute to smart manufacturing initiatives, including automation, system integration, and process digitalization.
• Understand core production processes and how they connect within an aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Develop real-world experience in process validation, digital workflow improvement, and equipment lifecycle planning.

What You Will Need

• Strong time management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Good communication skills for effective collaboration across engineering and production teams.
• High attention to detail in documentation, data analysis, and reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for data organization and presentation.
• Basic knowledge of data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.

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