Manufacturing Engineer II – SMT Line (Onsite - Puerto Rico)

Collins Aerospace; Santa Isabel (PR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation 3 weeks

401(k) matching

Employee Scholar Program (ESP)

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Counseling sessions

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II to support the implementation, qualification, and continuous improvement of a new SMT production line for PCB assembly at our Santa Isabel, Puerto Rico facility.

The role requires collaboration with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance to commission equipment, optimize SMT processes, and ensure ready-for-production performance with safety, quality, and throughput goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing/related field and 2+ years of experience.
• Proficient in English and Spanish (verbal and written).
• US citizenship required for access to program/contract.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, commissioning, qualification and acceptance of new SMT line and equipment.
• Collaborate with suppliers, Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance to establish reliable SMT processes.
• Provide technical support for solder paste printing, inspection and pick-and-place equipment.
• Develop SMT machine programs, recipes, feeder assignments, coordinates, and process parameters.
• Conduct trials, first-article builds, engineering runs and production validations.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues, analyze defects and implement corrective actions.
• Develop thermal profiles and analyze product complexity to optimize yield and throughput.
• Use data to improve first-pass yield, cycle time, machine utilization and OEE.
• Create and maintain manufacturing docs: work instructions, SOPs, setup procedures.
• Support NPI, line balancing, changeover optimization, and transition to production.
• Train personnel on equipment and processes and identify automation opportunities.

Skills

SMT equipment

Process optimization

Troubleshooting

English/Spanish communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Solder paste printers

SPI/AOI

Pick-and-place machines

Reflow ovens

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-29

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-PR-SANTA ISABEL-B2 ~ Felicia Industrial Park - St B2 ~ BLDG 2

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:

None/Not Required

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II to support the implementation, qualification, and continuous improvement of a new SMT (Surface Mount Technology) production line for printed circuit board (PCB) assembly. As a Manufacturing Engineer II, you will apply manufacturing engineering principles to commission new equipment, develop and optimize SMT processes, troubleshoot production issues, and establish stable, efficient, and repeatable manufacturing processes. You will work closely with equipment suppliers and cross-functional teams across Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance to successfully transition the new SMT line into production. This is an individual contributor position.

Your mission: to lead the implementation and optimization of SMT manufacturing processes, ensure production readiness, resolve technical challenges, and deliver safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing solutions that meet quality, throughput, yield, and business objectives.

Join us in driving innovation and excellence in aerospace manufacturing!

This onsite position is based at our Santa Isabel, Puerto Rico location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered.

Work Schedule:

This position supports 2nd Shift operations. Candidates must be available to work the following schedule based on business needs:

2nd Shift: Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

What You Will Do:

• Lead and support the installation, commissioning, qualification, and acceptance of a new SMT production line and associated equipment.
• Partner with equipment suppliers, Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams to establish reliable, production-ready SMT processes.
• Provide technical support for solder paste printing, SPI/AOI inspection, pick-and-place equipment, reflow ovens, and related material handling systems.
• Develop, optimize, and maintain SMT machine programs, recipes, component libraries, feeder assignments, placement coordinates, inspection programs, and process parameters.
• Conduct process trials, first-article builds, engineering runs, and production validations to establish stable and repeatable manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot SMT manufacturing issues, analyze defects, and perform root-cause analysis to implement sustainable corrective actions and improve process reliability.
• Develop thermal profiles for each product, analyze and characterize based on product complexity
• Use production and quality data to improve first-pass yield, cycle time, throughput, machine utilization, uptime, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, standard operating procedures, setup procedures, process controls, and equipment requirements.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI), line balancing, changeover optimization, and the transition of new PCB assemblies from engineering builds into production.
• Provide ongoing technical support to Production and Maintenance, train personnel on equipment and processes, and identify opportunities for automation, process improvement, and manufacturing technology advancements.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field, and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated professional or educational experience communicating in English and Spanish (verbal and written).
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Hands-on experience with SMT production equipment, including solder paste printers, SPI/AOI systems, pick-and-place machines, and reflow ovens.
• Experience programming or optimizing SMT pick-and-place, SPI, or AOI equipment.
• Experience with solder paste printing, stencil setup, soldering processes, component packages, feeder systems, and PCB assembly.
• Knowledge of IPC standards, ESD controls, and electronics manufacturing requirements.
• Experience with NPI, equipment qualification, production-line ramp-up, or high-mix/low-volume SMT manufacturing.
• Experience with GPX solder paste printers or similar SMT equipment.
• Experience developing manufacturing documentation, standard operating procedures, process controls, and equipment setup procedures.

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
• Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions
• And more!

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

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.

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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