Product Quality Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Date Posted: 2026-10-12 Country: United States of America Location: US-MN-BURNSVILLE-WEST ~ 14300 Judicial Rd ~ WEST BLDG Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of \"U.S. Person\" go here. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: 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. What You Will Do: This position is for a Production Quality Engineering Intern role in Burnsville, Minnesota. The Production Quality Engineering Intern will support production improvement engineering projects, new product introduction, product failure analysis, and corrective action efforts. What You Will Learn: Analytical Problem Solving: Gain a basic understanding of problem-solving methods (e.g., 8D, root cause analysis, Fault Tree, Apollo, etc.) and the associated statistical tools used to analyze problems. Supplier Quality: Gain a basic understanding of managing and assuring supplier quality to achieve best-in-class supplier quality, delivery, and service. New Product Development and Launch: Learn key phases and requirements of an effective new product development and launch system (e.g., APQP, Stride, etc.), as well as gain basic knowledge of associated tools such as PFMEA, Control Plans, Characteristic Matrix, Gage Capability, Process Capability, Process Flow, Preventive Maintenance, and Machine Runoff. Quality Management Systems: Develop a basic understanding of the standards, implementation, and certification processes of Quality Management Systems such as AS/EN9100, ISO-9001, or other industry-specific standards or regulations. Gain a foundational understanding of customer-specific Quality System certification programs and support the organization in audit preparation and corrective action. Continuous Improvement: Utilize tools and techniques of Lean Manufacturing, such as Value Stream Mapping, 5S (Workplace Organization), Continuous Flow Manufacturing, Set-up Reduction, Total Productive Maintenance, and Mistake Proofing. Cost of Quality: Establish a basic understanding of the concept of Cost of Quality, specifically the Cost of Non-Conformance. Utilize Cost of Quality reports to identify opportunities for improvement and waste reduction. Qualifications You Must Have: Actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Quality Engineering or a related STEM field and enrolled through the duration of the internship. Completion of a minimum of 30 credit hours by the start of the internship. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite. Qualifications We Prefer: Local to Minnesota. What We Offer Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. The salary range for this role is 37,000 USD - 82,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 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, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is cover #J-18808-Ljbffr RTX (Raytheon)