Manufacturing Engineer II

Date Posted:

2026-05-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-PHOENIX-1007 ~ 1007 E University Dr ~ 1007 E UNIVERSITY DR

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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 Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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.

Collins Aerospace is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer to join our Operations Support Engineering team in Phoenix, Arizona.

This role is focused on assembly process development, optimization, and production support within a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment.

We are looking for a highly collaborative individual with strong SAP experience and a passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Design Engineering to ensure efficient and repeatable assembly processes that meet quality and delivery requirements.

This position plays a key role in supporting electro-mechanical and circuit card assembly (CCA) production, driving process improvements, resolving production issues, and ensuring robust manufacturing execution.

What You Will Do

• Support, guide, and mentor Operations personnel on assembly processes and best practices.

• Develop, implement, and optimize assembly workflows, work instructions, and process documentation.

• Own and maintain SAP work centers, routings, and production structures for active products.

• Troubleshoot assembly and process-related issues on the production floor and drive timely resolution.

• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield, efficiency, and cost reduction.

• Collaborate with Design Engineering on Design for manufacturability (DFM) and process improvements.

• Support new product introduction (NPI) activities including process validation and readiness.

• Ensure proper tooling, fixtures, and equipment are defined and implemented for assembly operations.

• Collect and analyze manufacturing data to support process capability and performance improvements.

• Partner with suppliers and internal teams to resolve manufacturing and assembly constraints.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical or related STEM field) and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience OR Advanced degree in a related field.

• Experience supporting electronics and/or electro-mechanical and/or mechanical assembly environments.

• Experience supporting high-mix, low-to-medium volume manufacturing production environments.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Strong working knowledge of SAP (routings, work centers, BOMs, and production orders).

• Experience developing and maintaining work instructions and manufacturing documentation.

• Familiarity with Teamcenter, CAD tools, and manufacturing engineering systems.

• Experience with process validation, PFMEA, and control plans.

• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and data-driven process improvement.

• Experience implementing Engineering Change Notices (ECNs).

• Understanding of tooling and fixture design for assembly processes.

• Aerospace industry Experience.

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:  

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees 

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option 

• Tuition reimbursement program 

• Student Loan Repayment Program 

• Life insurance and disability coverage 

• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection 

• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits 

• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning 

• Adoption Assistance          

• Autism Benefit 

• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions 

• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program 

• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits 

• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services 

• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program 

•  And more!  

Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us! 

Role Type Definitions:

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. 

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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. 

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.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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 covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

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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