Materials Engineering Co-Op (Puerto Rico)

Date Posted:

2026-02-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-PR-AGUADILLA-110 ~ Rd 110 N Km 28.8 ~ RD110

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance:

None/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.

Partner with our dedicated people leaders to experience meaningful work aligned with your university curriculum, powerful exposure to leadership at all levels, tailored career growth and more! At Collins, we’re redefining aerospace and we’re just getting started. Come soar with us.

This is a seven-month CO-OP beginning June 2025 (Summer/Fall Session) and the work will be completed at our Aguadilla, Puerto Rico site. Candidate must be residing in Puerto Rico during the Co-Op period. Relocation is not offered.

What You Will Do

• Gain knowledge of analyzes, research, designs, and develops materials and their related fabrication and application processes to develop and optimize materials for use in engineering design of and/or application in structures, systems and subsystems

• Perform material analyses that include, but are not limited to, systems and subsystems, and definition and requirement specifications

• Apply principles of chemistry, physics, and material behavior to develop metallic, non-metallic and composite material and processing specifications and processes.

• Add to the department and team by suggesting continuous improvements/optimization value adds.

• Observe processes, conduct research, and find ways to increase efficiency

Qualifications You Must Have

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and student must be pursuing a Bachelor's in Chemistry or Mechanical or advanced degree in an applicable discipline

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access the information under this program/contract

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience working Manufacturing process, materials, regulations is a plus.

• Pro-efficient in Siemens NX, Visio, Solidworks, Python is a plus.

• Experience interacting with Mechanical/Electrical Computer Aided Design Resources (MCAD and ECAD) is a value.

• Experience working with Teamcenter and/or SAP is a plus.

• Knowledge and Experience working Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

• We value the knowledge in different analysis like fungus, fluids, structures, etc.

• Programming knowledge on Python, or MATLAB is a value

• Knowledge in metals, structures, polymers and composites and regulations is a big value.

Learn More & Apply Now!​

Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.  

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite.  Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. 

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.  

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.  

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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