Stress Engineer, Eng II (Onsite)

RTX•Foley, AL

4d•$68,900 - $131,100•Onsite

About The Position

The Stress Engineer performs structural analyses of aerospace components using hand calculations and computer-based methods, including static and fatigue analysis. The role defines, assesses, and documents repair designs for metallic, bonded metallic, and advanced composite structures, and works with the Materials Review Board to develop standard repair instructions. It analyzes repair proposals and prepares formal engineering reports supporting minor and major repairs for internal and external customers, which may require authorized engineering signatures. The position collaborates with Operations, Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to identify and implement cost-reduction opportunities, support corrective actions, reduce recurring defects, and develop sustainable technical solutions. It also improves Engineering Production Support workflows by developing or enhancing engineering methods, tools, databases, and automated processes. The engineer applies CORE tools and continuous-improvement principles, and communicates technical findings, recommendations, risks, and decisions to engineering leadership, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders. The role is onsite with Collins Aerospace’s Advanced Structures team in Foley, Alabama.

Requirements

University degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field.
Experience performing static stress and fatigue analysis using classical methods and finite element analysis.
Working knowledge of load paths, free-body diagrams, load balance, and common failure modes.
Experience using Patran or comparable finite element analysis tools.
Ability to apply established structural analysis methods and engineering standards to solve technical problems.
Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and well-organized technical reports.
Proficient or advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to communicate technical information effectively across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, leadership, and customer organizations.
Must meet the U.S. Person requirement stated in the posting.

Nice To Haves

Experience analyzing metallic or advanced composite aerospace structures.
Experience in Stress Engineering Production Support (MRB Stress) and/or an MRO environment.
Proficiency with programming and automation tools such as Python, Excel VBA, VB.NET, C#.NET, Visual Basic, or similar languages for developing internal engineering tools, automating repetitive tasks, and improving workflow efficiency.
Knowledge or practical experience in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Generative AI, or AI-assisted engineering tools, particularly for engineering design, analysis, documentation, or process optimization.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to address issues of complex scope.
Proactive, action-oriented approach to managing tasks and activities.

Responsibilities

Perform static and fatigue structural analyses of aerospace components using hand calculations and computer-based methods.
Define, assess, and document repair designs for metallic, bonded metallic, and advanced composite aerospace structures.
Work with the Materials Review Board (MRB) to develop standard repair instructions.
Analyze repair proposals and prepare formal engineering reports for minor and major repairs, potentially obtaining authorized engineering signatures.
Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering to identify and implement cost-reduction opportunities across product lines and processes.
Support corrective-action and defect-reduction initiatives by identifying recurring technical issues and contributing to sustainable solutions.
Develop and implement processes, methods, and tools that improve efficiency in Engineering Production Support workflows.
Develop or improve engineering methods, tools, databases, and automated workflows to increase efficiency.
Apply CORE tools and continuous-improvement principles to reduce process turnbacks and improve engineering performance.
Communicate technical findings, recommendations, risks, and decisions clearly to engineering leadership, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
401(k) plan with employer matching and a separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
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 coverage.
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
Autism Health, fertility, and family-planning benefits.
Adoption assistance.
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.
Flexible spending accounts, paid time off, holidays, and flexible work schedules may be available depending on the business unit and applicable bargaining agreement.
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available depending on position level and bargaining agreement; payments are not guaranteed.