Principal Mechanical Engineer (Onsite)

• Experience designing and developing hardware, ranging from concept definition through detailed design and transition to production or product support.
• Demonstrated experience in mechanical design, product development, material selection, and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency with CREO/ProEngineer or similar CAD tool.
• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• Experience reading detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing.
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

• Knowledge in the design of products and tooling used in applications requiring high reliability and extended life.
• Experience in developing detailed mechanical designs and documentation packages for electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience in mechanical systems packaging, materials, thermal, and structural analysis.
• Experience with a gate release process for product development.
• Experience with the full product development cycle through Engineering and Manufacturing Development phases.
• Experience in mechanical design and development of multi-layer digital, analog, and RF circuit card assemblies.
• Experience in interconnect design techniques between components, modules, chassis, and subsystems.
• Experience in cooling techniques for circuit cards and chassis.
• Experience in a product data management environment such as PTC Windchill or similar.
• Experience in design support for Special Test Equipment and tooling required for IV&V and production efforts.
• Professional exposure to EVMS or similar cost and schedule tracking system.
• Knowledgeable in quality management systems such as ISO 9001 and AS9100.
• Experience as a Mechanical Lead Design Engineer, Hardware Lead Design Engineer, or Integrated Product Team Lead.
• Experience in proposal and cost estimation support of Hardware pursuits.

• →You will perform design, documentation, implementation, integration, and test of mechanical hardware for system design.
• →You will solve complex technical problems that require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity while applying sound technical judgment.
• →You will conduct thermal and structural analysis utilizing hand calculations and industry standard tools.
• →You will conduct and participate in internal and external peer reviews, technical meetings, and program meetings.
• →You will provide support to testing, subcontractors, and the factory.
• →You will ensure the consistent application of mechanical engineering best practices and follow common standards in accordance with RTX processes.
• →You will execute as part of a small team during product development, drawing generation, drawing release, and drawing change incorporation.
• →You will work with Program Management, Systems Engineering, Supply Chain, Customers, and other disciplines to develop and manage objectives and requirements for hardware pursuits and projects.
• →You will manage to cost and schedule requirements of assigned tasks.
• →You will work both independently and collaboratively as part of a diverse team.
• →You will leverage new technologies, methodologies, tools, and processes used in industry to optimize hardware development, integration, and test efficiencies.

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today. 

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

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