Manufacturing Engineer I (Onsite)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Job summary

RTX and its Jacksonville-based team is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design layouts for assembly and materials handling, documenting operation sequences and spec procedures for fabrication. You will guide design concepts to optimize equipment use and plan tool sequences to ensure top product performance.

The role emphasizes process improvement, coordination with operations and QA, and leadership on build issues. A STEM degree and CAD experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or STEM obtained by start date.
• Prior CAD experience is required.
• Process improvement experience is preferred.
• Composites manufacturing experience and SOP writing are pluses.
• Experience with manufacturing cells layout and troubleshooting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Designs and plans layout for assembly and materials handling.
• Plans and documents sequence of operations and specification procedures for fabrication.
• Provides guidance on design concepts to optimize equipment use.
• Plans sequence of operations for fabrication tools to ensure performance.
• Adapts machine and equipment designs to factory standards.
• Conducts detailed design work focused on assembly and materials handling layouts.
• Improves production methods and reduces waste.
• May assist in developing time and cost estimates.
• Collaborates with Operations, EH&S, Quality and others to maintain safe, efficient work.
• Acts as a lead for build-related issues and ensures timely closure.

Skills

CAD experience

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related STEM

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-01

Country: United States of America

Location: US-FL-JACKSONVILLE-6061 BLDG 101 ~ 6061 Goodrich Blvd ~ BLDG 101 FINISH BLDG

Position Role Type: Onsite

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

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

What You Will Do:

• Designs and plans layout for assembly and materials handling.
• Plans and documents sequence of operations and specification procedures for the fabrication of tools and equipment and other functions that affect product performance.
• Provides guidance regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
• Plans the sequence of operations for fabrication tools to ensure excellent product performance.
• Adapts machine and equipment designs to factory and production standards.
• Conducts detailed design work focused on the layout of assembly and materials handling operations.
• Improves production methods, driving waste from existing programs
• May assist in developing time and cost estimates.
• Work closely with Operations, EH&S, Quality, and others to create a safe, efficient work environment.
• Assume leadership responsibility for all build related issues.
• Track manufacturing related issues and ensure that owners provide timely and effective closure.
• Drive product quality improvements through process development and improvements with Level Two mistake proof implementation where possible.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) major obtained by start date.
• Prior CAD experience
• Process improvement experience is preferred

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Composites manufacturing experience
• Experience in writing standard work instructions/SOP's
• Prior experience with fiberglass/carbon fiber/rubber is preferred
• Experience with mechanical fabrication/assembly is preferred
• Experience with the design, layout, and troubleshooting of manufacturing cells

Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

What We Offer:

• Our values drive our actions,behaviors,and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value:Safety,Trust, Respect, Accountability,Collaboration,and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligibility

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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