Manufacturing Engineer I

RTX

26d•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team Onsite in Fairfield, CA! In this role, you’ll play a key part in developing and optimizing manufacturing processes by analyzing products and methods to ensure top-tier performance and reliability. Your expertise will drive on-time, cost-effective hardware delivery while exceeding customer expectations for quality and performance. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll collaborate with the Integrated Product Team to design, control, and continuously improve manufacturing processes and systems. Your focus will be on implementing enhancements that reduce cycle times, lower costs, and boost productivity, all while maintaining strict safety standards and ensuring the highest product quality. As an employee at Collins Aerospace-Fairfield, Safety is an expectation. Employees are expected to work safely, follow all safety rules, requirements, procedures, and instructions always. You are expected to actively participate in the safety program and be mindful of your safety and the safety of others. You are expected to complete all safety training in a timely manner.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) access.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Manufacturing engineering experience and working in a technical environment.
Understanding of Manufacturing Process Equipment (CNC/CMM)

Nice To Haves

Experience with military and industry standards.
Solid interpersonal skills - ability to communicate and influence at all levels within an organization.
Prior experience in Explosives and/or Energetics.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Problem-Solving Methodologies
Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

Responsibilities

Support a manufacturing area as part of a cross-functional team by guiding the production team through process troubleshooting and the incorporation of engineering changes.
Identify opportunities and implement changes to improve products or reduce costs using knowledge of fabrication processes, tooling design, production equipment, assembly methods, quality control standards, and product designs.
Work as part of a cohesive team with test engineering, product engineering, system engineering, program management, and Operations.
Communicate effectively within and outside your team to explain facts, policies, and practices in your work area.
Lead corrective action investigations to prevent recurrence through effective delegation and communication.
Adhere to all EHS practices and standards across the site, including but not limited to proactive reporting of observed hazards and recommendations to ensure the safety and well-being of self and others.
Flexibility for all other duties as assigned.
You will work onsite in Fairfield, CA, sitting on the production floor.

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