Industrial Engineering Intern, Fall 2026

RTX

. Conduct studies and apply Lean principles to optimize cost control, inventory management, and process efficiency .

Posted 10/9/2026part-timeLenexa • Kansas • United StatesEntry Level💰 $37,000 - $82,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Lean Principles, Process Optimization, and Workflow Design to enhance production efficiency and cost control. Proficient in developing and maintaining manufacturing standards and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (PFMEAs).

Highest-signal resume keywords

Lean PrinciplesProcess OptimizationWorkflow DesignProcess Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (PFMEAs)Manufacturing Standards

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Hard Skills

Cost ControlInventory ManagementProduction Layout DesignStation LoadingLine BalancingRoutingsLabor StandardsERP SystemTools DevelopmentFixtures Development

Industry Keywords

Industrial EngineeringSTEM FieldU.S. Person

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct studies and apply Lean principles to optimize cost control, inventory management, and process efficiency
Design, develop, and improve workflows, station loading, line balancing, and production layouts
Create and update routings, labor standards, manufacturing standard work, and the ERP system
Develop tools, fixtures, systems, and processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure product quality and reliability
Optimize production floor layouts for equipment utilization, process flow, and operator efficiency
Develop and maintain Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (PFMEAs)

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related STEM field
Must remain actively enrolled through completion of the internship
Prior RTX internship, co-op, or work experience preferred
Must be a U.S. Person
Security clearance not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
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
Holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available