Manufacturing Engineer (Onsite)

globalhr; Simpsonville (SC); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is seeking an Onsite role in Simpsonville, SC to join our Operations team. You will help manage manufacturing processes from inception to delivery, applying Lean principles and EH&S practices to improve efficiency and safety.

You will collaborate with the New Product Introduction team to bring programs to production, develop equipment, and maintain rigorous documentation and change management.

Qualifications

• University degree in a related field with 5+ years of experience, or an advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Lean manufacturing tools and process improvement experience.
• Experience writing work instructions.
• Experience with aerospace/military procedures, specifications, and regulations.
• Proficient in MS Excel and general IT literacy.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with New Product Introduction to bring programs to production.
• Identify all tools, equipment and fixtures required to manufacture the product to specifications.
• Drive efficiency by innovating assembly and manufacturing processes.
• Eliminate wasted resources to improve manufacturing processes.
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to safety standards.
• Develop or acquire equipment for productivity and safety improvements.
• Coordinate with EH&S to resolve ergonomic issues and safety concerns.
• Maintain documentation of process changes and change-management procedures.
• Analyze data with operations to drive root-cause problem solving.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and manage changes.
• Apply Lean principles to set up work cells and standardize processes.

Skills

Lean Principles

Process Improvement

Documentation

New Product Introduction

Education

University Degree in Related Field

Advanced Degree in Related Field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

PDM

MS Office

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-29

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-SC-SIMPSONVILLE-1001 ~ 1001 Old Stage Rd ~ OLD STAGE

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.

What You Will Do:

• Work with the New Product Introduction team to bring new programs/products to production and ensure products meet cost, delivery, and customer & internal specification requirements including coordinating efforts with design and quality engineering
• Identify all tools, equipment and fixtures required to manufacture the product to specifications
• Work with operations team to drive efficiency by innovating our assembly and manufacturing processes
• Improve both manufacturing processes by eliminating wasted resources
• Ensure a safe working environment is set and maintained
• Develop, design, acquire, or create new equipment for improved productivity, efficiency, and safety
• Work with EH&S to identify and resolve ergonomic issues and other safety concerns
• Maintain excellent documentation of process changes and follow existing change management processes
• Analyze data, interact with operations, and collect information to achieve root cause problem solving
• Identify, assess feasibility, and manage change for continuous improvement initiatives
• Utilize Lean principles to set up and improve work cells including: 5S Workplace Organization, Value Stream Mapping, Visual Factory Management, Error Proofing, Total Productive Maintenance, Kaizen, Kanban/Pull Systems, Set‑Up Reduction, and Standard Work.
• Read and understand customer/internal documentation, blueprints, and electrical schematics.
• Travel up to 10%.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Demonstrated use of Lean Manufacturing tools and process improvement
• Experience in writing work instructions
• Experience of Military and Aerospace procedures, specifications, and regulations
• Fluent with desktop computers and ability to use Microsoft office with proficiency
• Experience in new product introduction or product lifecycle processes
• Working knowledge of cable and harness assemblies
• Familiarity with the use of AutoCAD and SolidWorks systems
• Experience with document control programs such as PDM.

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
• 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!

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.

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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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