MRO Support Engineer I Onsite

RTX; Foley (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life and disability insurance

Relocation assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

RTX Collins Aerospace in Foley, AL is seeking an on-site MRO Support Engineer to assist in repairing aircraft components, including metallic and advanced composite parts. You will work with engineering, operations and shop personnel to drive cost-effective repairs and process improvements.

The role emphasizes collaboration, lean principles, and proactive technical support to meet customer needs, with opportunities for growth and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and less than 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical documents.
• Experience engaging with internal and external customers to communicate engineering status.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of engineering principles, repair processes, and manufacturing techniques to support repair activity and fabrication of parts for aircraft components.
• Communicate frequently with internal and external customers, engineers, mechanics, and leaders to drive status updates and changes.
• Resolve repair problems of not typically difficult or complex scope under moderate supervision.
• Provide proactive technical support to engineering and operations to meet customer requirements.
• Develop processes for repair and restoration of components.
• Support Quality Assurance and mechanics to ensure compliance with policy, procedures, and regulations.

Skills

Reading drawings

Engineering communication

Fast-paced environment

Customer engagement

Education

STEM degree

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-03

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AL-FOLEY-111 ~ 111 Airport Dr ~ MRO BLDG

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 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 looking to hire a MRO Support Engineer to fill a high-impact role focused on supporting repair and overhaul solutions for many of the world’s largest airlines and aviation customers. In this role, the Support Engineer will assist engineering, operations, and other support functions to efficiently repair aircraft components of metallic and advanced composite construction.

The Support Engineer will engage with shop maintenance to not only troubleshoot and accomplish repairs, but also develop process improvements and innovative repair techniques that drive down costs and deliver Best-In-Class solutions for our customers.

This position will be on site in Foley, AL.

What You Will Do

• Apply knowledge of engineering principles, repair processes, and manufacturing techniques to support repair activity and or fabrication of repair parts for aircraft components
• Communicate frequently with internal and external customers, engineers, mechanics, and leaders to drive status updates, progress, changes, etc.
• Resolve repair problems of not typically difficult or complex scope with moderate supervision
• Provide proactive technical support to engineering and operations to meet or exceed external and internal customer requirements
• Develop processes to accomplish the various procedures in the repair and restoration of components
• Support Quality Assurance personnel and Mechanics to facilitate compliance with policy, procedures, and regulations
• Collaborate effectively with a cross functional team and coordinate with external customers
• Learn to apply lean principles and support improvement of engineering and manufacturing processes using Continuous Improvement tools

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and less than 2 years prior relevant experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with reading and interpreting engineering drawings, bill of materials, technical documents, etc.
• Theoretical knowledge of aircraft materials and fabrication/shop processes
• Experience engaging in high volume communication with internal and external customers
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment

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

Maybe eligible for relocation

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!

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 possibilities. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Salary

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.