Date Posted:

2024-08-08

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HNC31: US095-Winston-Salem (Fairchild 1455 Fairchild Road , Winston-Salem, NC, 27105 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

When products enter the field there are instances where the design does not function as expected or might not meet the demands of the customer. The role of the Mechanical Engineer is to investigate reported issues, design, and implement solutions with a focus on to reliability, maintainability, and cost. This role will require the successful candidate to have a foundation in root cause analysis skills, mechanical design, manufacturing practices, and the ability to work autonomously on larger and moderately sized projects.

What you will do:

• Design mechanical solutions with a focus on product reliability, maintainability, manufacturability, and cost

• Responsible for closing project tasks within the required timeframe

• Presents solutions in review meetings and participates in review meetings to provide constructive feedback on design proposals

• Able to communicate with parties within and outside of their own discipline. May have responsibility for communicating with parties external to the organization (e.g., customers, vendors, etc.)

• Perform root cause analyses and develops corrective actions for in-service issues

• Conducts/ coordinates reliability testing, abuse load testing and as circumstances dictate, may participate in, or coordinate certification testing

• Ability to communicate with parties within and outside of the job function at an operational level regarding policies, procedures, and practices

• Support the implementation of processes or standards to improve new products and continuous improvement activities

What you will learn:

• Advanced Problem-Solving & Root Cause Analysis: You’ll hone your skills in diagnosing complex issues, performing in-depth root cause analyses, and developing effective solutions that enhance product performance and reliability.

• Innovative Design & Engineering: You’ll expand your expertise in designing mechanical solutions, focusing on critical aspects like reliability, maintainability, manufacturability, and cost-efficiency. This will deepen your understanding of the entire product lifecycle, from initial design to field implementation.

• Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: You’ll enhance your ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse teams, both within your discipline and across different functions. This experience will strengthen your leadership and teamwork skills, as well as your ability to present and defend your ideas to various stakeholders.

• Project Management: Managing large and moderately sized projects will refine your project management abilities, teaching you how to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and drive projects to successful completion under tight timelines.

• Testing & Certification Processes: You’ll gain hands-on experience with reliability testing, abuse load testing, and certification processes, which are critical in ensuring that products meet rigorous industry standards.

• Continuous Improvement & Process Implementation: You’ll contribute to and learn from initiatives focused on improving processes and standards, giving you insights into how to drive continuous improvement in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

• Aerospace Industry Standards & Practices: Exposure to the aerospace industry’s specific requirements, including material selection, certification standards, and industry regulations, will broaden your knowledge and make you a more versatile engineer.

Qualifications you must have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field or in absence of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. RTX will not offer sponsorship for this position

Qualifications we prefer:

• Thrives in Fast-Paced Environments: Adaptable and efficient, with the ability to navigate and excel in a rapidly evolving setting.

• Root Cause Analysis & Field Investigations: Proven expertise in identifying and resolving complex issues.

• Technical Proficiency: Knowledgeable in GD&T, drafting practices, and CAD tools (preferably Siemens NX), with a strong understanding of mechanical design and manufacturing principles.

• Aerospace Materials & Standards: Familiarity with aerospace materials and aircraft seating certification requirements is highly desirable.

• Analytical Skills: Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is a plus

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! 

• This position is eligible for relocation

Nothing matters more to Collins Aerospace than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all U.S. positions require a background check, which may include a drug screen.

Note:

• Background check and drug screen required (every external new hire in the U.S.)

• Drug Screen only performed on re-hires who have been gone for more than 1 year

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.

Learn More and Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies 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.

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?

Collins Aerospace Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.

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This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program. The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey. Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience. Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.

Minimum Program Qualifications:

• Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application

• Have prior experience in functional area of interest

• Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position

  WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

• Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for 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.

  Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

The salary range for this role is 64,000 USD - 128,000 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 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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