Test & Validation Engineer II (Onsite - Puerto Rico)

Collins Aerospace; Santa Isabel; On-site; COP 255,844,000 - 351,786,000; Full time

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Santa Isabel, Puerto Rico seeks a Test & Validation Engineer II to develop, improve, and support manufacturing test processes for aerospace products. You will analyze specifications, troubleshoot equipment, and support defect resolution with cross-functional teams.

You will maintain robust test environments, drive process improvements, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while collaborating with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Program teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Demonstrated professional or educational experience communicating in English and Spanish (verbal and written).
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing test processes based on product specifications, customer requirements, and engineering standards.
• Troubleshoot test equipment and product malfunctions, identify defective components, and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Leverage product and test equipment expertise to resolve production issues, minimize downtime, and improve equipment reliability.
• Develop and maintain robust, scalable test systems in collaboration with Test Equipment Maintenance and Engineering teams.
• Analyze production test data to identify trends, evaluate process performance, and drive improvements in testing strategies and manufacturing processes.
• Support hardware testing, fault isolation, and defect resolution using RCCA methodologies.
• Maintain test equipment, procedures, documentation, and records to ensure compliance with specifications and support rework and retesting activities.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve quality, increase test reliability, and optimize manufacturing test processes.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Program teams to resolve technical issues and align testing strategies with business and customer requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement while ensuring safety requirements are met for products, personnel, test equipment, and test environments.

Skills

English & Spanish communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

B.S. in STEM

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Power meters

SAP

Solumina

Microsoft Office

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-08

Country: United States of America

Location: US-PR-SANTA ISABEL-B1 ~ Felicia Industrial Park - St B1 ~ BLDG 1

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance: None/Not Required

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Test & Validation Engineer II to develop, improve, and support manufacturing test processes and equipment used to validate aerospace products. In this role, you will analyze product specifications and test requirements to develop effective testing solutions, troubleshoot equipment and product issues, and support the resolution of manufacturing defects.

As a Test & Validation Engineer II, you will work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Program teams to maintain reliable test environments, improve test processes, analyze production data, and drive solutions that improve product quality, reliability, and manufacturing efficiency.

Your mission:

to ensure robust and reliable test processes, quickly resolve test and product issues, and continuously improve testing strategies that support production quality, customer requirements, and operational excellence.

This position is based at our Santa Isabel, Puerto Rico location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered.

Work Schedule:

This position supports a weekend and Monday shift. Candidates must be available to work the following schedule based on business needs:

Friday: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday: 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Monday: 2:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

What You Will Do

• Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing test processes based on product specifications, customer requirements, and engineering standards.
• Troubleshoot test equipment and product malfunctions, identify defective components, and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Leverage product and test equipment expertise to resolve production issues, minimize downtime, and improve equipment reliability.
• Develop and maintain robust, scalable test systems in collaboration with Test Equipment Maintenance and Engineering teams.
• Analyze production test data to identify trends, evaluate process performance, and drive improvements in testing strategies and manufacturing processes.
• Support hardware testing, fault isolation, and defect resolution using structured problem-solving and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) methodologies.
• Maintain test equipment, procedures, documentation, and records to ensure compliance with specifications and support rework and retesting activities.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve quality, increase test reliability, and optimize manufacturing test processes.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Program teams to resolve technical issues and align testing strategies with business and customer requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement while ensuring safety requirements are met for products, personnel, test equipment, and test environments.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Demonstrated professional or educational experience communicating in English and Spanish (verbal and written).
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with functional and electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power meters, integrated circuit testers, thermal chambers, and vibration testing equipment.
• Knowledge of CCA (Circuit Card Assembly) and electronic assembly functional testing.
• Experience interpreting electrical schematics, technical drawings, and product test requirements.
• Proficiency with SAP, Solumina, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC), statistical analysis, and manufacturing data evaluation.
• Experience implementing mistake-proofing (poka-yoke) and continuous improvement methodologies.

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions
• And more!

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

• Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

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.

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.