Engineer I, Manufacturing Engineer

globalhr; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Wellness programs

Job summary

RTX Collins Aerospace in Largo, FL is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to support the Largo Consolidated Manufacturing Center. You will help develop manufacturing documentation, provide production support, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure program success.

You will work on processes across depot and production programs, troubleshoot manufacturing challenges, and contribute to continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with military standards and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance.
• University degree or equivalent experience with <2 years of relevant work.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, processes, and work instructions.
• Provide production support on and off the factory floor for programs from introduction to sustaining activities.
• Collaborate with design, process engineers, factory operations, and program management teams.
• Support the technical performance of multiple depot and production programs.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving manufacturing challenges to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant military and industry standards and specifications.

Skills

Teamwork

Written communication

Mechanical aptitude

CAD solid modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

PTC Windchill PDM

CAD software

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-30

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-FL-LARGO-382SS ~ 7887 Bryan Dairy Rd. ~ BLDG 100

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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.

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to work onsite at the Largo Consolidated Manufacturing Center (CMC) in Largo, FL. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a vital role in supporting the technical performance of multiple depot and production programs. You will collaborate across teams, develop manufacturing documentation, and provide production support to ensure program success.

What You Will Do:

• Develop and maintain primary and supplemental manufacturing documentation, processes, and work instructions using digital tools and applications utilized at the CMC.
• Provide production support activities on and off the factory floor for programs ranging from initial factory introduction to sustaining activities.
• Collaborate with design, process engineers, factory operations, and program management teams at Largo and other RTX facilities.
• Support the technical performance of multiple depot and production programs.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving manufacturing challenges to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant military and industry standards and specifications.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and less than 2 years prior relevant experience.
• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• 1-2 years of hands-on industry experience.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience with PTC Windchill Product Data Management (PDM) System.
• Written and oral communication skills, including presentation capabilities.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and the ability to work across disciplines.
• Experience in manufacturing process and procedure development and maintenance.
• Familiarity with related military and industry standards and specifications.
• Organization skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency with CAD solid modeling tools.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Flexible work weeks: 9/80A, 5/40; Flexible work Hours: Core hours, Modified time
• 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 illnessinsurance, 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
• And more!

The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

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.

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