Manufacturing Engineer II, MRO - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

RTX; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in West Des Moines, IA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design and execute maintenance, repair and overhaul processes for aerospace products. You will plan, design and optimize manufacturing activities, working with cutting-edge tech and supporting 2nd shift hours from 3:30 PM to Midnight with potential earlier start times.

The role requires a STEM degree with 2+ years of relevant experience or an advanced degree, plus knowledge of lean principles, GD&T and 3D modeling.

Qualifications

• Typically requires STEM degree and 2+ years of experience or an advanced degree.
• Lean manufacturing principles: understanding and application.
• MS Office proficiency; MS Project a plus.
• Machining/assembly with fixture design and GD&T.
• Experience with vacuum brazing, heat treat, TIG/laser welding, EDM.
• 3D printing for tools/fixtures and fixtures design experience.
• SolidWorks modeling experience.

Responsibilities

• Designs and develops manufacturing repair/overhaul processes.
• Develops procedures for economical product overhaul per FAA requirements.
• Tests and measures during production; troubleshoots processes/equipment.
• Recommends new equipment and materials for efficiency.
• Specifies tooling fabrication processes and sequence of operations.
• Contributes to statistical process control for compliance.
• Ensures modifications and bulletins are incorporated per regulatory requirements.
• Ensures legal compliance and quality standards.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

MS Office

MS Project

Independent work

Machining

Fixture design

GD&T

Vacuum brazing

Heat treat

TIG welding

Laser welding

EDM

3D printing

SAP

SolidWorks

Education

STEM degree or Advanced degree

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Project

SAP

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-WEST DES MOINES-811 ~ 811 4th St ~ 4TH

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.

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our Maintenance Repair & Overhaul (MRO) manufacturing facility in West Des Moines, IA. In this role, you will plan, design and execute activities that are directly related to the maintenance, repair & overhaul of Collins Aerospace products and the functional operation of Collins Aerospace facilities. This position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to the production of high-performance aerospace components.

This position supports our 2nd shift operations in West Des Moines, with typical hours of 3:30 PM–Midnight, Monday–Friday. However, the schedule may be adjusted to accommodate an earlier start time, as early as 1:00 PM–9:30 PM , based on preference. This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.

What You Will Do

• Designs and develops manufacturing repair and overhaul processes for products, which may include new or revised processes.
• Develops procedures for the economical product overhaul and repair in cooperation with the production department and FAA Repair Station requirements.
• Conducts tests and measurements throughout stages of production to determine control over applicable variables; and services, troubleshoots and solves production process problems with processes or equipment already in operation.
• May make recommendations concerning acquisition and use of new technological equipment and materials.
• Proposes the sequence of operations and installations and specifies procedures for the fabrication of tools and equipment and other processes, which may include disassembly/assembly and repairs, to ensure efficiency and optimize performance.
• Participates in the development of manufacturing processes that are applicable to statistical process control to ensure compliance and effective production.
• Checks and validate that mandatory modifications, programs, and bulletins are incorporated or complied with, as required by the customer and the applicable regulatory requirements, to
• Ensure legal compliance and adherence to quality standards.

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

Qualifications We Prefer

• A thorough understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
• Intermediate user of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). MS Project experience a plus.
• Ability to work independently and with small teams.
• Machining and/or assembly experience including fixture design, tooling design and Geometric Dimensioning/Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience with special processes including vacuum brazing, heat treat, TIG/laser welding and EDM.
• Experience with 3D printing for tools and/or fixtures.
• SAP experience is a plus.
• Design modeling experience (SolidWorks preferred).

What We Offer Benefits

• Some of our competitive benefits packages include:
• 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!

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibilities. 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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