Senior Energetics Manufacturing Engineer

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite

• Experience using SolidWorks or other CAD

• Demonstrated use of lean principles.

• Experience with Lab View

• GD&T Drawing techniques

• Working knowledge of energetics, electromechanical assemblies and pressure vessels

• Experience of Military / Aerospace procedures, specifications, regulations, AS9100

• Process automation

• Pressure systems and vessels

• Familiarity with SAP, Solumina

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. 

The Senior Energetics Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing manufacturing equipment/processes, troubleshooting production issues, and driving Lean/continuous-improvement initiatives. This individual will also lead capital equipment projects, ensure safety and compliance, support product manufacturability and quality, managing PFMEA/MRB activities, and mentor junior engineers, technicians, and operations personnel.

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  Design, develop, and implement manufacturing equipment, fixtures, tooling, processes, or specifications for energetics production and materials chemistry.

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  Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives of manufacturing equipment and processes in work cells utilizing lean principles such as: 5S Workplace Organization, Error Proofing, Total Productive Maintenance, Kanban/Pull Systems, Set-Up Reduction(SMED), Standard Work, Value Stream Mapping, and Visual Factory.

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  Investigate and launch new technological advances in support of manufacturing energetics and related processes.

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  Develops/Conducts tests and measurements throughout stages of production to determine control over applicable process variables.
  Troubleshoots and solves problems with processes or equipment already in operation.

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  Follow compliance and lead change management for manufacturing processes that may include assembly, fabrication, painting, marking, machining and welding.

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  Lead actions involving new capital equipment projects, such as writing capital funding requests, Statement of Work & Validation requirements; interface with vendors, contractors from installation through release to production.

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  Reviews and validates recommendations regarding manufacturability of existing and future products as well as advises modifications or adaptations to address quality, customer, product, or productivity constraints.

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  Create and manage programs for production equipment such as pressure test equipment, assembly or CNC laser marking machines.

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  Works with EH&S to identify and resolve ergonomic and other safety concerns specific to equipment and tools.

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  Serve as a key member for Material Review Board (MRB) to oversee relevant energetics product/material non-conformance disposition for repair, rework, or scrap to include writing procedures for repair or rework.

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  Lead PFMEA team reviews and updates for products.

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  Lead entry-level engineers, technicians, and operation team members. 

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The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.  

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, 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 market. 

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