Engineering Technician IV (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 53,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly hire

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Parental leave benefits

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Durham, NH is seeking an Engineering Technician IV to serve as a highly experienced technical contributor supporting aerospace manufacturing operations, engineering, and special processes onsite.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to troubleshoot complex manufacturing issues and implement practical process improvements.

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, engineering, maintenance, testing, or other technical operations.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and procedures.
• Experience troubleshooting complex manufacturing processes, equipment, or product issues.
• Experience using measurement equipment and technical tools.
• Experience documenting technical work and communicating findings to teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced technical support for manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, fixtures, and production activities.
• Independently troubleshoot manufacturing issues and collaborate with Engineering and Quality on solutions.
• Support development, qualification, validation, and sustainment of manufacturing and special processes.
• Execute engineering trials, process evaluations, testing, and data collection under established requirements.
• Assist with process development, characterization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Interpret drawings, specifications, work instructions, routers, and procedures.
• Develop and maintain work instructions, procedures, and production standards.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions for defects and equipment issues.
• Collect, organize, and analyze data to identify trends and improvements.
• Support tooling, fixtures, test equipment design, fabrication, and validation.
• Assist with preventive maintenance, calibration coordination, and equipment improvements.
• Support introduction of new products, FAI, readiness, and production transitions.
• Partner with Operations to improve flow, ergonomics, safety, and quality.
• Support process controls and standard work implementation.
• Provide guidance to production personnel and junior technicians.
• Support training for processes, equipment, and work instructions.
• Participate in Lean and operational excellence initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100 and Nadcap requirements.
• Collaborate across functions to resolve technical challenges.

Skills

Manufacturing operations experience

Engineering drawings interpretation

Troubleshooting complex processes

Measurement and test equipment use

Data collection and analysis

Documentation and communication

Education

AA/AS degree + 6+ years experience

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-08

Country: United States of America

Location: US-NH-DURHAM-121 ~ 121 Technology Dr ~ BLDG 125

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 Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

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.

As an Engineering Technician IV, you will serve as a highly experienced technical contributor supporting aerospace manufacturing operations, manufacturing engineering, and special processes. You will work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and other cross‑functional teams to troubleshoot complex manufacturing issues, execute engineering activities, improve processes, and support safe and efficient production.

In this role, you will provide advanced hands‑on technical support across a variety of manufacturing processes and equipment. You will independently perform technical assignments, support engineering trials and process qualifications, collect and analyze manufacturing data, develop and maintain technical documentation, and assist with implementation of process improvements.

You may support manufacturing and special processes including aluminum brazing, vacuum brazing, heat treatment, machining, hardware installation, assembly, cleaning, coatings, and product testing.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, hands‑on technical professional who enjoys solving manufacturing problems, working directly with production equipment and processes, and supporting continuous improvement within a highly regulated aerospace manufacturing environment.

This position is working onsite at Durham - NH Facility

What You Will Do

• Provide advanced technical support for manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, fixtures, and production activities.
• Independently troubleshoot manufacturing, process, equipment, and product issues and work with Engineering and Quality to identify and implement solutions.
• Support the development, improvement, qualification, validation, and sustainment of manufacturing and special processes.
• Execute engineering trials, process evaluations, testing, data collection, and other technical activities under established engineering requirements.
• Assist Manufacturing Engineers with process development, process characterization, capability studies, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Interpret and work from engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, routers, procedures, and other technical documentation.
• Develop, update, and maintain manufacturing work instructions, process documentation, technical procedures, production standards, and supporting records.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions related to manufacturing defects, equipment issues, process variation, and production performance.
• Collect, organize, and analyze manufacturing data to identify trends, process issues, and improvement opportunities.
• Support the design, fabrication, installation, modification, and validation of manufacturing tooling, fixtures, test equipment, and process equipment.
• Assist with equipment troubleshooting, preventative maintenance activities, calibration coordination, and implementation of equipment improvements.
• Support new product introduction, First Article Inspection (FAI), manufacturing readiness, and transition of new or transferred products into production.
• Partner with Operations to improve manufacturing flow, productivity, ergonomics, safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Support implementation and sustainment of process controls and standard work.
• Provide technical guidance and hands‑on support to production personnel and less experienced Engineering Technicians.
• Support training activities for manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, and work instructions.
• Participate in continuous improvement, Lean, CORE, and other operational excellence initiatives.
• Support compliance with applicable customer, regulatory, quality, and special‑process requirements, including AS9100 and Nadcap requirements, as applicable.
• Collaborate effectively across Engineering, Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Planning, and other functions to resolve technical and production challenges.

Qualifications You Must Have

• AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, engineering, maintenance, testing, or other technical operations.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, technical procedures, and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience with troubleshoot complex manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, or product issues.
• Experience using measurement equipment, manufacturing tools, test equipment, or other technical equipment applicable to the position.
• Experience documenting technical work, collecting data, and communicating technical findings to engineering and manufacturing teams.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Ability to work effectively in a cross‑functional manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude with the ability to translate engineering requirements into practical manufacturing solutions.
• Experience in aerospace or defense industry.
• Experience supporting manufacturing or special processes such as brazing, heat treatment, machining, coatings, assembly, cleaning, pressure/leak testing, flow testing, or other product testing.
• Working knowledge of AS9100, Nadcap, and aerospace special‑process requirements.
• Experience with root cause analysis, corrective action, and structured problem‑solving methodologies.
• Experience developing manufacturing work instructions, standard work, process documentation, or technical procedures.
• Experience mentoring, training, or providing technical guidance to technicians or production personnel.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and engineering/manufacturing documentation systems.

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• 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!

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

* Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for 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.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in‑person meetings.

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on‑site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 53,100 USD - 100,900 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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