Industrial Engineer (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with matching

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking an Industrial Engineer to optimize aerospace manufacturing processes, drive safety, quality, and efficiency, and support cross‑functional teams across Operations, Engineering, and Quality. You will analyze workflows, implement process improvements, and participate in DOE and qualification activities.

Ideal candidates have experience with lean methods, AS9100, and ERP systems, plus strong collaboration and problem-solving skills in a regulated aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, or technical operations within a production environment.
• Experience applying industrial engineering principles to improve process capability and workflow.
• Knowledge of AS9100 quality management system requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Familiarity with Lean/Six Sigma and standard work methodologies.
• Experience with ERP or manufacturing systems, particularly Epicor.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, improve, and sustain manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and performance.
• Provide hands-on technical support to Operations and Engineering teams for manufacturing issues.
• Plan and document engineering trials, DOE studies, and process validations.
• Support process qualification, validation, and manufacturing readiness activities.
• Lead or support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Develop manufacturing layouts, material flow, and workstation design.
• Collaborate across functions to ensure compliance with AS9100 and Nadcap requirements.

Skills

Industrial engineering principles

Process improvement

Data analysis

Root cause investigations

Quality systems (AS9100)

Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma

ERP systems (Epicor)

CAD / layout software

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

University Degree or equivalent in engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-07

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 Industrial Engineer, you will play a critical role in supporting aerospace manufacturing operations by developing, improving, and sustaining manufacturing processes while driving improvements in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and operational performance. You will work directly with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Planning, and other cross-functional teams to improve process capability, manufacturing flow, productivity, and overall production readiness.

In this role, you will combine industrial engineering principles with hands-on process engineering support. You will evaluate manufacturing processes, equipment, workflow, capacity, labor utilization, and process performance to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, repeatability, and control. You will also support process development, engineering trials, process qualifications, troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and implementation of manufacturing improvements.

This role 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 a solutions-oriented engineer who enjoys working directly with manufacturing operations, analyzing complex processes, and implementing sustainable improvements within a highly regulated aerospace environment.

This position is working onsite at Durham - NH Facility. Relocation assistance will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, improve, and sustain manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and operational performance.
• Analyze manufacturing processes, workflows, equipment utilization, labor requirements, and production constraints to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Provide hands‑on technical support to Operations and Engineering teams for manufacturing process issues, troubleshooting, and production challenges.
• Support the development and implementation of process controls, operating parameters, work instructions, visual standards, and other manufacturing documentation.
• Plan, execute, and document engineering trials, process studies, Design of Experiments (DOE), and other structured evaluations to establish or optimize manufacturing processes.
• Support process qualification, validation, requalification, and manufacturing readiness activities for new or modified processes, equipment, tooling, and materials.
• Analyze process and production data to identify variation, trends, constraints, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead or support root cause investigations and corrective actions for manufacturing and process‑related issues.
• Conduct time studies, work measurement, labor analysis, and production observations to establish and improve manufacturing standards.
• Evaluate production capacity, equipment utilization, staffing requirements, and manufacturing constraints to support operational and business planning.
• Develop and improve manufacturing layouts, material flow, workstation design, and production sequencing to improve safety, ergonomics, efficiency, and throughput.
• Identify manufacturing bottlenecks and develop solutions to improve production flow, cycle time, work‑in‑process, and overall capacity.
• Support implementation of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, standard work, 5S, value stream mapping, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing metrics and analytical tools used to monitor process performance, capacity, productivity, utilization, and improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Engineering to ensure manufacturing processes comply with applicable engineering requirements, customer specifications, AS9100 quality system requirements, Nadcap special process requirements, and internal procedures. Support new product introduction, production transitions, work transfers, equipment moves, and manufacturing readiness activities.
• Evaluate proposed changes to manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, materials, layouts, or workflows and support implementation and validation as required.
• Support new equipment selection, justification, installation, commissioning, and production implementation.
• Facilitate cross‑functional improvement initiatives and Kaizen events focused on safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and process capability.
• Develop business cases and technical justification for manufacturing improvements, equipment investments, automation, tooling, and capacity expansion.
• Document engineering studies, process changes, technical decisions, and improvement results to ensure organizational knowledge is appropriately retained.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as required to support manufacturing activities.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial engineering, process improvement, or technical operations within a production environment.
• Experience using industrial engineering principles including process analysis, work measurement, capacity analysis, workflow optimization, and continuous improvement.
• Experience in AS9100 quality management system requirements.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, manufacturing documentation, and technical requirements.
• Experience in analyzing technical and operational problems, identifying root causes, and developing effective solutions.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, interpret, and communicate manufacturing data.
• Experience working in aerospace industry.
• Experience supporting special processes such as aluminum brazing, vacuum brazing, heat treatment, machining, chemical processing, hardware installation, assembly, coatings, or product testing.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, accountability, and sound engineering judgment.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating within a cross‑functional team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Planning, and other functions.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, value stream mapping, standard work, 5S, Kaizen, PFMEA, RCCA, statistical process control (SPC), or similar methodologies.
• Knowledge of Nadcap requirements and special process controls, including familiarity with process qualification, documentation, compliance, and audit expectations for applicable special processes.
• Experience with ERP or manufacturing systems, particularly Epicor.
• Experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or other CAD/layout software.

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!

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.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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 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.