Manufacturing Engineer II (2nd Shift, Onsite)

globalhr; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

Generous 401(k) plan with matching

Tuition reimbursement program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a RTX business unit, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to support Largo, FL programs, developing manufacturing docs and leading factory improvements. The role requires hands-on production support, cross-functional collaboration, and strong problem solving in a depot and production setting.

Candidates should have a STEM degree, 2+ years in manufacturing engineering, and the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree and minimum 2 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
• Experience with military standards and related specifications.
• Experience with disposition of nonconforming material using root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Follow established procedures and instructions to meet site targets.
• Conduct technical and manufacturing data verifications, hardware verifications, and safety assessments.
• Develop work cell layouts to optimize product flow and space utilization.
• Plan for, develop, manage, and document tooling and fixtures.
• Employ Lean manufacturing techniques, procedures, and instructions.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on policies and practices.
• Support projects from initial factory introduction through sustaining activities.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering experience

Security clearance knowledge

Project management

Industrial standards knowledge

Education

STEM degree

Tools

CAD solid modeling

PTC Windchill PD

Automation systems

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-14

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

Job Description

Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace

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 in Largo, FL. The onsite Manufacturing Engineer (ME) primary role is to support the technical performance of multiple depot and production programs at the Largo Consolidated Manufacturing Center (CMC). The ME will develop and manage primary and supplemental manufacturing documentation, processes and work instructions using the digital tools and applications utilized at the CMC.

The ME will provide production support activities on and off the factory floor in support of programs that may range from initial factory introduction through sustaining activities. The ME will report to the Largo Manufacturing Engineering Manager and interface with design, process and other CMC manufacturing engineering, factory operations, and program management both in Largo and other RTX facilities.

***Note this is a 2nd shift role***

What You Will Do

• Follow established procedures and instructions while working closely with program / functional supervision to ensure overall program and site targets are met.




• Conduct technical and manufacturing data verifications, hardware verification, and safety/ergonomic assessments and implementations.




• Assist in the develop of work cell layouts to optimize product flow and factory floor space utilization.




• Plan for, develop, manage, and document manufacturing tooling and fixtures.




• Employ Lean Manufacturing techniques. Procedures, and instructions.




• Collaborates with parties within and outside of the job function regarding policies, Procedures, and practices.




• Requires knowledge of work area typically obtained through education combined with experience. May have practical knowledge of project management.




• Your experience as a Collins Manufacturing Engineer will position you well for organizational advancement along both technical and managerial career paths.

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




• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance




• 2+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience




• Experience with related military and industry standards and specifications.




• Experience with disposition nonconforming material utilizing root cause and corrective action analysis.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with CAD solid modeling tools.




• Experience with PTC Windchill Product Data.




• Experience with various automation systems.




• Demonstrated hands-on mechanical aptitude with the ability to work across disciplines.




• Qualified Collins CORE Specialist or equivalent.

What We Offer

• 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!

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.

Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course, that wouldn't be possible without the capabilities and technologies of our organization, as well as our engineers - a highly skilled, accomplished network that spans more than 180 sites, 24 countries and 6 Strategic Business Units (SBUs).

Our industry-leading experts are setting the standards for the aerospace industry and paving the way for the future. But as new challenges present themselves, we need fresh, creative and motivated minds to overcome these hurdles, help us break barriers and achieve new levels of innovation. Do you have what it takes to join a global organization that doesn’t shy away from big opportunities? If so, we invite you to join our ranks and create the next generation of aerospace technologies.

Together, we will nurture an engineering culture that values intellectual curiosity, risk takers and integrity. A place where we will challenge ourselves, our teams, and the status quo and where we will work to find a way - the right way - to achieve what others can only dream of.

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.

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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