Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Date Posted : Country :

United States of America

Location :

HCA22 : Aerostructures -Riverside 8200 Arlington Ave Riverside CA 92503 USA

Position Role Type : Onsite

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Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer with expertise in composites manufacturing with focus on progressing process maturity. This role is critical in driving the development optimization and execution of manufacturing processes for complex composite structures and assemblies. The ideal candidate will leverage their deep knowledge of composite materials machining techniques and post-bond processes to ensure operational excellence product quality and on-time delivery.

• This is an onsite production-oriented position operating in a manufacturing shop environment

What You Will Do :

Work 6 : 30am - 3pm Monday- Friday

Develop implement and optimize composite manufacturing processes.

Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure manufacturability of composite parts and assemblies.

Design and procure specialized tooling jigs and fixtures for composite processing.

Work with equipment suppliers to specify install and qualify equipment ensuring compliance with performance and safety standards.

Lead initiatives to improve process maturity including increased efficiency reduced cycle time and enhanced quality in composite manufacturing processes.

Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to drive continuous improvement.

Delivers technical and strategic communication to a broad audience adjusting message complexity tone and format as needed.

Partner with quality engineering to establish and maintain process controls ensuring composite components meet or exceed specifications.

Drive complex root cause analyses and corrective actions for non-conformance issues.

Provide technical support to production teams by troubleshooting and resolving issues.

Ensure minimal downtime and maintain smooth shop floor operations through OEE optimization and improved productivity as measured through KPIs.

Participate in the design and development of new composite products ensuring seamless transition from engineering to production.

Create and maintain detailed work instructions process specifications and technical documentation.

Owns PFMEA PFD & JHAs and drives vigorous application of APQP / CORE tools

Train production teams and junior engineers on composite manufacturing best practices and safety protocols through formal or OJT training.

Ensure all processes comply with Collins Aerospace standards customer requirements and applicable regulations.

Promote a culture of safety and environmental responsibility within the manufacturing environment

Anticipate future challenges such as capacity quality and technologies limitations and create cross-functional plans to proactively address.

Advance the digital manufacturing maturity and participates in development and deployment of digital solutions.

Qualifications You Must Have :

Typically requires a degree in Science Technology Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of experience

Experience in composite materials and manufacturing methods

Qualifications We Prefer :

Experience in the aerospace or defense industry with knowledge of AS9100 standards.

Familiarity with ERP / MRP systems and manufacturing planning tools.

Certifications such as Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt or expertise in Lean Manufacturing methodologies.

Certifications in project management such as Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Proficiency in CAD / CAM software (e.g. CATIA NX or SolidWorks) and familiarity with CNC programming for composite machining.

Experience with CNC robotics and other automation / advanced manufacturing technologies.

What We Offer :

Some of our competitive benefits packages include :

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 insurancecritical illnessinsurance 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!

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!

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

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 thats redefining aerospace every day.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 90000 USD - 182000 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 candidates 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 companys 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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Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

Lean Manufacturing,Six Sigma,CNC Programming,Lean,Machining,Tooling,CAD,CNC,Assembly Experience,SolidWorks,Kaizen,Manufacturing

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 182000 - 182000