Mechanical Test Engineer (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

3 weeks vacation

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking an experienced engineer to design, implement, and maintain test processes for Space Systems hardware onsite in Windsor Locks, CT. You will lead corrective actions during manufacturing and testing and interface across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality and Programs to ensure delivery of validated hardware and data.

The role requires 5–7+ years in complex mechanical systems, instrumentation/data acquisition, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• University degree with 8+ years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with 5+ years.
• 5–7+ years experience in manufacturing complex mechanical systems.
• Experience with advanced instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; experience with Windows and publishing software.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain test processes for Space Systems hardware using lean philosophies and techniques.
• Lead action in development, planning & implementation of timely corrective actions for manufacturing/testing problems.
• Involve in testing, data analysis, and interface with all engineering areas.
• Interpret customer test requirements and prepare cost estimates to support a test program.
• Interface daily with Program, Manufacturing, Quality and Engineering teams to meet hardware/data deliveries.
• Support laboratory testing of Space Station hardware.
• Develop and validate tooling concepts.
• Write and maintain operation/test procedures.
• Define test rig and facility requirements.
• Participate on Integrated Product Development teams.
• Review drawings and concepts and resolve producibility concerns.

Skills

Test engineering

Data analysis

Instrumentation

Communication skills

Windows OS

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

LabVIEW

CAD (Creo/ProE)

MRP system

Job description

Location: US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1A ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1A

Date Posted: 2026-09-04

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1A ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1A

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.

This position works onsite in Windsor Locks, CT.

What You Will Do:

• Design, implement, and maintain test processes for Space Systems hardware using lean philosophies and techniques.
• Take a leadership role in driving action in the development, planning & implementation of timely and effective corrective actions for problems during product manufacturing and testing.
• Get involved testing, data analysis, and interface with all aspects of the engineering department.
• Conduct interpretation/analysis of customer test requirements and subsequent cost estimates to support an appropriate test program.
• Interface daily with Program, Manufacturing, Quality and Engineering organizations to ensure that customer committed hardware and data deliveries are consistently met.
• Support laboratory testing of Space Station hardware.
• Develop and validate tooling concepts.
• Author and maintain operation/test procedures.
• Prepare standardized operation/test sheets.
• Define test rig and facility requirements.
• Participate on program Integrated Product Development teams.
• Review drawings and concepts.
• Resolve producibility concerns.
• Demonstrate the capability of working independently and being self-motivated.
• Travel up to 10%.

Qualifications You must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
• 5 -7+ years of experience working on the manufacture of complex mechanical systems.
• Experience with advanced instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Experience should include testing of complex mechanical systems, testing of components such as heat exchangers, pumps, fans, & accumulators.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal are required.
• Have working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and experience in using any type of Publishing Software.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Knowledge of LabVIEW.
• Familiarity with a modeling and/or design package such as ProE, Creo, or CAD is desired. Strong knowledge of Continuous improvement methods (ACE or the DMAIC model) and demonstrated use of their tools is desirable.
• Experience with a MRP (Manufacturing Resource Planning) system is desirable.

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