Manufacturing Engineer (Onsite)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Jacksonville, FL, is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to support polyurethane manufacturing and assembly operations on-site. You will document and optimize processes, manage materials, and ensure quality and on-time delivery.

The role emphasizes safety, collaboration with Operations, EH&S, and cross-functional teams, with responsibilities for lift planning, documentation, and continuous improvement in a production environment.

Qualifications

• Requires STEM degree with <2 years experience.
• Must be a US Citizen and eligible for DoD clearance.
• Willing to relocate to Jacksonville, FL.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Adherence to safety procedures and quality standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication and MS Office skills.
• Organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and support design/development of polyurethane products.
• Design molds, processes, and documentation to meet specs.
• Ensure products meet customer and company requirements.
• Collaborate with floor supervisors to meet schedule and resolve issues.
• Define engineering approaches, planning, and scheduling work.
• Assist with root cause analysis and continuous improvement.
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials and production routers.
• Prepare lift plans and perform lift evolutions weekly.

Skills

Independent work

Strong written and verbal skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

STEM degree

Engineering bachelor preferred

Tools

CAD (SolidWorks)

CAD (CATIA)

SAP

MRP systems

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-19

Country: United States of America

Location: US-FL-JACKSONVILLE-10531 ~ 10531 Busch Dr ~ BUSCH

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.

Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for safely performing work specific to detailed parts manufacturing and assembly operations of polyurethane materials. The manufacturing areas will include specialized polyurethane processing, bonding/assembling hardware, painting, finishing, and machining support. Additionally, this role will serve to document and convert Standard Work for ongoing production efforts and support facility lift operations for both small and large part assemblies. Overall, candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to learn and create urethane processes, operate urethane processors, implement production methods, and support their cell production team to safely meet all Quality and On-Time Delivery (OTD) requirements.

What You Will Do:

• Independently plan and support the design and development of advanced polyurethane products in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment.
• Design polyurethane molds, processes, and documentation to produce products that meet customer specifications.
• Ensure product meets or exceeds applicable company and customer requirements for performance, reliability, cost, producibility, and serviceability.
• Work with floor supervisors to achieve schedule and address technical issues as they arise.
• Participate in defining engineering approaches, planning, and scheduling work.
• Deal with technical problems of high to moderate scope with minimal supervision, provide guidance with support from Program Technical Manager/Chief Engineer.
• Work closely with Operations, Quality, Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S), etc. to create a safe, efficient work environment.
• Interface/train with shop floor personnel.
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials, Production and Labor Routers.
• Create and support compliant Lift Plans, perform lift evolutions weekly.
• Create and submit Lab Service Requests (LSRs). Maintain traceability of material lot numbers, serial numbers, customer-furnished equipment, test results, etc.
• Work with all levels within the organization and support Tier Meetings.
• Estimate and meet project schedule and costs.
• Write/amend process documentation that is understandable for those with limited technical background (Standard Work, Manufacturing Instructions, Travel Cards, Production Authorizations (PAs), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), etc.).
• Perform various risk assessments such as Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEAs) and develop processes that comply with Collins standards regarding Quality and Environmental Health and Safety, including ergonomics and Job Hazard Analyses.
• Must understand fundamentals of Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement (Lean Manufacturing/CORE).

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and less than 2 years prior relevant experience.
• Must be a US Citizen and be able to obtain DOD security clearance.
• Must be local or willing to relocate to Jacksonville, Florida.
• Ability to work independently or as part of an integrated product team.
• 100% dedicated to following all safety procedures and precautions.
• Strong written and verbal skills including thorough knowledge of Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.).
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Chemical Engineering preferred).
• Previous experience in Production environment, specifically polyurethane materials and processes.
• Entry level experience with digitalized work cells and factory automation a plus.
• Working knowledge of MRP systems (SAP a plus).
• Working knowledge of CAD software (e.g. Solid Works or Catia).

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
• Carrot Health to hormonal health, fertility, and family building
• 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!

Learn More & Apply Now!

Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!

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.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

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.

and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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 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.