Flammability Certification Engineer II (Onsite)

globalhr; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life insurance and disability coverage

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, seeks a Flammability Certification Engineer to drive FAA certification of seating products for commercial aircraft. This onsite role in Winston-Salem NC focuses on research, planning, and execution of certification processes within the Seating Certification team.

Ideal candidates have a STEM degree with 2+ years of experience, knowledge of FAA/EASA rules, and proven cross-functional collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with 2+ years of experience or an Advanced Degree.
• FAA requires a bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aeronautical, civil, chemical, textile, or related engineering.
• Must be a U.S. Person for ITAR/EAR access.
• Experience with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Engineering Excellence: tackle standard engineering assignments and drive impactful solutions.
• Technical Leadership: lead internal design reviews for the Flammability Certification team.
• Regulatory Compliance: compile FAA certification documentation for OEMs and regulators.
• Innovation and Collaboration: collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.

Skills

Cross-functional teamwork

MS Office

Engineering leadership

FAA certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-02

Country: United States of America

Location: US-NC-WINSTON SALEM-190 ~ 190 Oak Plaza Blvd ~ BLDG 190

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

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.

Join Our Team as a Flammability Certification Engineer!

Are you ready to ignite your engineering career with an exhilarating opportunity?

We're seeking a passionate Flammability Certification Engineer to join our dynamic team, where innovation and excellence are the driving forces behind everything we do. At Collins Aerospace, we're pioneers in aviation, dedicated to crafting premium products that soar above the rest. As a Flammability Certification Engineer, you'll play a critical role in ensuring our products meet and exceed the highest safety standards, empowering us to continue leading the industry.

In this pivotal position, you'll dive deep into the heart of aviation engineering, spearheading the research, planning, and execution of FAA certification processes for commercial aircraft seats and seating components. As part of our esteemed Business Class Flammability Certification team, you'll champion Seating products, shaping the future of luxury air travel.

We are all responsible for living the Collins Aerospace tenets of safety, trust, respect, accountability, collaboration, and innovation; our values and key behaviors drive our actions, how we treat each other and how we perform to create a safer, more connected world.

This is an onsite role in Winston Salem, North Carolina.

What You Will Do:

• Engineering Excellence: Tackle standard engineering assignments with finesse, utilizing your expertise to drive impactful solutions and design decisions.

• Technical Leadership: Lead the charge in internal technical and design reviews, representing our Flammability Certification team with confidence and expertise.

• Regulatory Compliance: Compile meticulous FAA certification documentation, ensuring seamless submission to commercial aircraft OEM's and regulatory agencies.

• Innovation and Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, providing invaluable technical leadership and guidance to ensure project success.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.

• Our agreement with the FAA requires a bachelor’s degree focused in one of the following disciplines: mechanical, aeronautical, civil, chemical, textile, or other relevant engineering.

• Must be a U.S. Person - Job requires access to ITAR or 600/500-series EAR information or hardware (directly or indirectly) and the company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

• Previous work experience with cross functional engineering teams.

• Previous work experience utilizing Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Working knowledge of FAA, EASA rules and regulations, policy memos, guidance materials, standards, etc. related to aircraft seat certification with emphasis on aircraft interiors requirements.

• Experience of TC, STC, PMA or TSO certification processes.

• Experience of materials and processes commonly used in aircraft interiors design.

• Prior working experience in the aerospace industry, specifically with aircraft interiors.

• Prior experience reviewing and approving drawings.

• Ability to work proficiently in engineering related software programs.

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

• Carrot Health to hormonal health, fertility, and family building

• 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

• This role is eligible for relocation

• And more!

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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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