Engineer II, Mechanical Engineering (Onsite)

RTX•Middletown, NJ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Engineer II in Production Support & Mechanical Engineering, you will play a key role in providing technical support for the integration of Collins hardware on Pratt & Whitney engines across global Engine Centers. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate directly with production, test, and development teams while addressing a range of technical challenges across Collins Engine Control Systems (ECS) product lines. In this customer-facing role, you will assist in evaluating failures and product quality issues, helping to define scope and support the implementation of effective solutions using data-driven approaches and CORE process improvement techniques. You will contribute to maintaining product reliability and supporting continuous improvement efforts. This role is based on site at the Middletown, CT Engine Center, with opportunities to collaborate with Collins Program Leadership in Windsor Locks, CT.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge in SAP P10.
Comprehensive knowledge of component and engine level build and test activities is a plus.
Proven ability to meet customer expectations for responsiveness.
Experience working in the aerospace industry with Collins Aerospace or Pratt & Whitney.
Experience applying Project, Program and Risk Management skills.
Experience using strong work ethic, interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience managing competing priorities and delivering successful outcomes in critical situations.
Experience using organizational skills to track multiple customers and their broad range of needs.

Responsibilities

Represent as on-site engineering focal for Collins Aerospace component issues, hardware investigations or general inquiries at the Middletown (CT, USA) Engine Center.
Support activities for Power & Controls – Engine Control Systems (ECS) components as engines move through production, testing, and final customer selloff at the Product Delivery Centers (PDCs).
Provide substantiated technical evaluations and disposition for defective components, drawing from both Collins and Pratt & Whitney blueprint requirements and production and field limits.
Initiate quality/engineering improvement activities across multiple programs including GTF (PW1100 and Advantage), F135, F100, 4000 Tanker and V2500 programs.
Offer technical recommendations for Collins hardware within the Material Review Board (MRB) process throughout the worldwide Engine Center network.
Support urgent F135 program requests across both West Palm Beach and Middletown Engine Centers as critical issues arises.
Drive critical investigation actions during high visibility events such as Product Recall efforts and stop delivery orders.
Use RTX CORE Methods and Tools to drive comprehensive investigations into product non-quality events and support Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA) as needed.
Tactfully represent the Collins Engineering Partnership Office and provide routine status updates to Winsor Locks, CT Program Office and Chief Engineers Office as applicable.
Facilitate the monthly creation and reporting of component removal trends and quality issues to provide to the IPT Team across multiple functions.
Create standard work for the onsite engineering representative roles at customer locations.
Research Supplier Specs and Industry Standards to approve or substantiate rework or repair of hardware.
Serve as a professional mentor to early career engineers and talent swap rotational employees on the team.

Benefits

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!