Principal Specialist, Industrial Engineer (Onsite)
About The Position
Collins Aerospace is seeking an industrial engineer to support top-level assembly operations and drive manufacturing excellence in a high-volume production environment. The role focuses on process development, standard work, productivity improvement, cost reduction, and process control while partnering with production and cross-functional teams to address complex manufacturing challenges. It offers an opportunity to apply Industrial Engineering principles to improve manufacturing performance and gain exposure to advanced production technologies and equipment support. This role is onsite in Coralville, Iowa, and may be eligible for relocation. U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under the program or contract. No security clearance is required.
Requirements
- A degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and at least 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and at least 3 years of experience.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
Nice To Haves
- Working toward a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar field.
- Working knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes.
- Knowledge of CORE, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience or knowledge of Statistical Process Control, Gage R&Rs, Capability Studies, Design of Experiments (DOE), or other quantitative continuous improvement tools.
- Experience with SolidWorks or other 3D modeling software.
- Experience with Python, VBA, or other programming languages.
- Practical to substantial knowledge of RTX projects, programs, or systems, with the ability to make enhancements and leverage that knowledge in daily work.
Responsibilities
- Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, workflows, and assembly methods.
- Create and maintain work instructions, standard work, and process control documentation using engineering drawings and technical data.
- Conduct time studies, capacity assessments, and productivity analyses to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for defects, non-conformances, and process deviations.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, throughput, and waste reduction.
- Support floor layout, work sequencing, material flow, and ergonomic improvements.
- Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to identify and mitigate manufacturing risks.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and manufacturing personnel.
- Support manufacturing equipment, tooling, and fixture improvements, including opportunities to use 3D printing and automation technologies.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
- 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Student loan repayment program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and identity theft protection coverages
- Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
- Fertility and family planning benefits
- Adoption assistance
- Autism benefit
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
- Wellness rewards program
- Virtual doctor visits
- Child and elder care services
- Second opinion medical expert program
- Relocation assistance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Flexible work schedules
- Paid time off and holidays
- Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
