Lead Engineer

Collins Aerospace; Telangana; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transportation facility

Meal coupons

Group Health Insurance

Car lease program

National Pension Scheme

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a skilled CNC programmer to develop and optimize 3‑axis and 5‑axis VMC programs using Mastercam or NX. You will plan milling, drilling, and related processes, provide tooling support, and ensure accuracy through GD&T and CAD model validation.

Join a team focused on aerospace manufacturing excellence, collaborating across shop floor and engineering to deliver high‑quality components and continuous process improvements in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, production or aerospace engineering or equivalent.
• 5–7 years of hands-on CNC machining and CAM programming experience.
• Experience with 3-axis or 5-axis machining operations.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software, preferably Mastercam or NX.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Familiarity with shop-floor tooling, setups, and manufacturing workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize CNC programs for 3-axis and 5-axis VMC operations using CAM tools.
• Plan and support milling, drilling, grooving, tapping, threading, and waterjet processes.
• Provide tool design and tooling support for manufacturing.
• Prepare and validate manufacturing process documents (work instructions, SOPs).
• Coordinate with shop-floor teams to improve setups, tooling, and processes.
• Use NX/UG NX and Teamcenter to extract dimensional data and validate CAD models.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or production or aerospace engineering

Tools

Mastercam

NX

Teamcenter

Job description

Job Description:

Date Posted: 2026-08-11

Country: India

Location: IN-TS-HYDERABAD-012 ~ Plot No 12 ~ SARVOTHAM BLDG

Position Role Type: Hybrid

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• Develop and optimize CNC programs for 3-axis and 5-axis VMC machining operations using CAM application Mastercam and UG NX.
• Plan and support machining processes including milling, drilling, grooving, tapping, threading, and waterjet cutting.
• Provide tool design and tooling support for manufacturing.
• Prepare, review, and validate manufacturing process documentation (work instructions and SOPs).
• Develop and modify Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM) structures and manage engineering changes.
• Receive and review Engineering Bill of Materials (EBOM).
• Collaborate with shop-floor teams to support job setup, clamping, tooling selection, and process improvements.
• Use Siemens NX (UG NX) and Teamcenter to extract dimensional data and validate 3D CAD models.
• Select cutting tools using machining parameters based on materials and aerospace manufacturing standards.
• Support tooling, jigs, fixtures, and tool-holding design activities.
• Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T to ensure manufacturing accuracy.
• Coordinate with quality and production teams to maintain compliance with AS9100 standards.
• Utilize ERP/SAP systems for production planning and manufacturing tracking.

What You Will Learn

• Advanced CNC programming strategies for multi-axis machining.
• Application of DFA/DFM principles in real production environments.
• Aerospace-grade machining standards and process validation practices.
• Process/productivity improvements in manufacturing (Lean manufacturing).
• Tooling optimization and fixture design for production efficiency.
• Integrated CAD/CAM workflows using Siemens NX and Teamcenter.
• Quality-driven manufacturing aligned with AS9100 systems.
• Shop-floor best practices and real-world production problem-solving.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or production or aerospace engineering or an equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience.
• 5–7 years of hands‑on experience in CNC machining and CAM programming.
• Practical knowledge of 3-axis or 5-axis machining operations.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software, preferably Mastercam or NX.
• Understanding of machining processes and cutting parameters.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Familiarity with shop‑floor tooling, setups, and manufacturing workflows.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word).

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience working with aerospace or high‑precision engineering components.
• Exposure to AS9100 quality management systems.
• Hands‑on experience with VMC/HMC machines and controllers.
• Knowledge of jigs, fixtures, and tool‑holding systems.
• Familiarity with inspection tools and measurement techniques.
• Experience with ERP/SAP systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of engineering materials and their applications.
• Experience using Teamcenter PLM systems.

Are you passionate about CNC programming, advanced machining, and aerospace manufacturing? Join our team and work on challenging projects involving 3-axis and 5-axis machining, CAM programming, tooling, and manufacturing process development.

This is an excellent opportunity to expand your technical expertise, collaborate with experienced engineering and manufacturing teams, and contribute to high-quality aerospace products.

About Collins Aerospace

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies 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.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Transportation facility.
• Meal coupons
• Group Term Life Insurance.
• Group Health Insurance.
• Group Personal Accident Insurance.
• Entitled for 18 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave annually.
• Employee scholar program
• Work life balance
• Car lease program
• National Pension Scheme
• LTA
• Fuel & Maintenance /Driver wages
• Meal vouchers
• And more!

Note:

All external hires in India are subject to a background check.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibilities. Join us and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace every day.

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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.

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

Requires theoretical to advanced knowledge of work area typically obtained through University Degree combined with experience. Practical knowledge of RTX projects, programs or systems with the ability to make enhancements and leverage in daily work.

Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience.

Engineering/Other Technical Positions:Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics(STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.