Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience

• U.S. Person status required due to access to controlled information under this program/contract.
• 3 or more years of experience supporting manufacturing operations with strong emphasis on assembly processes, troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Demonstrated experience applying Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement tools (A3, VSM, Kaizen, Standard Work, 5S, root-cause analysis).
• Proven experience leading gated project management activities (scoping, scheduling, risk management, cross-functional gate reviews and capital project execution).
• 3 or more years of experience implementing new equipment, automation, tooling, or technologies into a production environment.
• Ability to analyze data, interpret KPIs and develop data-driven recommendations for process improvement.
• Ability to support off-shift or weekend work on an as needed basis for projects, equipment launch, training or major troubleshooting.
• Ability to develop and deliver clear presentations for project updates, technical reviews, and justifications of process or capital improvements to site leadership.

• 7 or more years of manufacturing engineering experience in assembly or high-mix aerospace production environments.
• Demonstrated leadership executing Lean/Continuous Improvement initiatives (Kaizen leadership, value stream mapping facilitation, standard work development).
• Experience managing complex, multi‑phase projects using a gated project management framework, including capital equipment justification and implementation.
• Experience developing and optimizing manufacturing layouts, flow, and ergonomics using Industrial Engineering tools (time studies, line balancing, material flow analysis).
• Strong analytical skills using data to drive decisions, including statistical methods, process capability studies, and operational metrics (OEE, throughput, scrap).
• Experience with PFMEA development, control plans, PPAP/FAI documentation, or aerospace process validation requirements.
• Proficiency with CAD tools or digital layout tools for equipment placement and fixture design.
• Experience implementing automation, error‑proofing (poka-yoke), or process control systems within assembly environments.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, especially in cross‑functional environments (Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, EH&S, Maintenance).
• Experience leading New Product Introduction (NPI) activities including process development, tooling requirements, trial builds, operator training and production launch.

At RTX, the world's 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.

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace, an 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. 

Our Landing Systems Business Unit headquartered in Troy, Ohio designs, tests and manufactures a wide range of fully integrated landing systems.  Our innovative solutions include lighter-weight, high-strength materials; more electric technologies; DURACARB® carbon friction material; EDL® extended life configurations; and innovative aircraft gear, wheel and brake design.

• →Assure manufacturing process, equipment, tooling, fixture design, routings, programming, and standard work in support of production requirements for assembly operations.
• →Develop, optimize and sustain assembly processes using lean principles – standard work, flow optimization, waste elimination and visual management.
• →Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives using structured methodologies (A3, RCA, PDCA, VSM, Kaizen) to improve safety, quality, delivery and productivity.
• →Identify and implement cost savings related to labor utilization, scrap reduction, process efficiency and capital deployment.
• →Manage and lead projects using a gated project management structure – including scope definition, timeline development, cross-functional alignment, risk mitigation and gate reviews.
• →Lead capital projects including equipment justification, vendor management, installation, commissioning (FAT/SAT) and process validation.
• →Conduct Industrial Engineering analyses such as time studies, line balancing, work sampling, ergonomic evaluations, and capacity modeling.
• →Support compliance activities including AS9100, NADCAP and internal audit readiness; ensure processes maintain certification-related requirements.
• →Serve as technical liaison between Value Streams, Quality Assurance, EH&S, Design Engineering, and Maintenance to ensure aligned and robust manufacturing support.
• →Provide day-to-day technical support to production teams; investigate issues, lead root-cause analysis, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• →Maintain process documentation including PFMEAs, control plans, work instructions, tool specifications and production layouts.
• →Own the training rollout for all process and equipment changes, ensuring operators and support teams are properly trained, documented, and aligned prior to implementation.
• →Support off-shift or weekend activities on an as-needed basis to ensure successful project execution, training deployment and resolution of critical production issues.

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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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