Date Posted:2025-10-07Country:United States of AmericaLocation:HPR01: Collins Puerto Rico- Aguadilla Road 110 North Km 28.8 San Antonio Industrial Park, Aguadilla, PR, 00603 USAPosition Role Type:HybridU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:U.S. citizenship is required, as onl
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Mechanical Engineering Co-Op (Spring/Summer 2026) (Hybrid-Puerto Rico)
Job Description:

Date Posted:

2025-10-07

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HPR01: Collins Puerto Rico- Aguadilla Road 110 North Km 28.8 San Antonio Industrial Park, Aguadilla, PR, 00603 USA

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 information under this program/contract.

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.

This is a seven-month co-op beginning in January 2026 and the work will be completed at the Aguadilla site in Puerto Rico. It is only eligible for current students with a graduation date past May 2026. Candidate must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment.  

What YOU will do:

  • Support engineering changes and design activities

  • Maintenance model support (verify and update drawings)

  • Prepare analysis and detailed weekly reports

  • Support the development and automation of reports
  • Collect, clean and postprocess data

What YOU will learn:

  • You will learn about our growing engineering team in Puerto Rico; What we do? Who we support? How we work?
  • You will learn the technologies of today and tomorrow which we count on to maintain world leadership in the aerospace industry.
  • You will learn why employees enjoy and feel fulfilled by working in our industry.

Qualifications you must have:

  • Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and student must be pursuing a Bachelors or advanced degree in an applicable discipline
  • Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English (verbal and written).
  • U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Pursuing an Engineering degree in Mechanical, Aerospace or Civil Engineering preferred

  • Preparing reports and proficient in technical writing.

  • Knowledge of first principles (Free Body Diagrams and failure mechanisms).

  • Completed courses in material sciences, mechanics of materials, material failure analysis or manufacturing process.

  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite Software such as MS Word, MS Excel/Macro, MS PPT, etc.

  • Efficiently prioritize, organize and execute on given tasks

  • A passion for learning about and pursuing a career in aviation and aerospace. 

  • Creative problem-solving skills and adaptability in responding to new business challenges. 

  • Interpersonal skills, time management and organizational skills. 

  • Team oriented and cultural awareness. 

  • Knowledge working Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), Tolerance Stack up Calculation, Weight Analysis, etc.

  • Basic experience with some of these software and programing languages:  

    • ANSYS (APDL or Workbench), ABAQUS, PATRAN / NASTRAN, MATLAB, VBA, NX CAD/CAM or Catia CAD/CAM.  

    • Displays education experience with computer software languages such as C, C+, C++, Phyton, Fortran, etc.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, 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 customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global spanet.

In January 2021, Collins Aerospace expanded a new Global Engineering Center (GEC) facility in Puerto Rico, with plans to continuously hire over the next 5 years, at our Aguadilla site.

Join our growing engineering team in Puerto Rico, where you will provide critical support to all Collins SBUs, working on exciting programs and projects ranging from the development of the next generation of advanced concept ejection seats to the latest technologies for the U.S. warfighter.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

*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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Company Details
Collins Aerospace
777 S. Flagler Drive
Suite 1800
West Palm Beach, Florida 33401 USA
www.collinsaerospace.com/
987 Open Jobs Available
Collins Aerospace, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Created in 2018, by bringing together UTC Aerospace Systems and Rockwell...

Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Company-paid winter holiday shutdown for most locations
Generous 401(k) plan that matches 62.5 percent of the first 8 percent of eligible compensation you contribute (or 5 percent if you save 8 percent)
An Incentive Pay Plan based upon company performance
Tuition reimbursement

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Job Info
Location
AGUADILLA, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
Type
Permanent
Company Details
Collins Aerospace
777 S. Flagler Drive
Suite 1800
West Palm Beach, Florida 33401 USA
www.collinsaerospace.com/
987 Open Jobs Available
Collins Aerospace, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Created in 2018, by bringing together UTC Aerospace Systems and Rockwell...

Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Company-paid winter holiday shutdown for most locations
Generous 401(k) plan that matches 62.5 percent of the first 8 percent of eligible compensation you contribute (or 5 percent if you save 8 percent)
An Incentive Pay Plan based upon company performance
Tuition reimbursement

And more

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