Principal Manufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction

Prattwhitney; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

RTX’s Collins Aerospace unit seeks a Manufacturing Engineer for the New Product Introduction (NPI) team in Minnesota. The role focuses on collaborating with design and DFx efforts, developing processes, tooling, and lean initiatives to bring new products from prototype to production.

The position emphasizes PFMEA/MSA development, manufacturability refinements, and leadership of cross-functional teams. Onsite role with extensive interaction across engineering and manufacturing disciplines.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree and 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in CAD software.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and practices.
• Experience with PPAP and APQP methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the introduction of new products from prototype design to full-scale production for medium to large scope programs.
• Influence integrated project teams and larger teams.
• Design assembly tooling and fixtures using CAD software.
• Develop and implement efficient manufacturing processes.
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Conduct process flow and capacity analyses to ensure optimal production rates.
• Develop PFMEA and MSA.
• Collaborate with design engineering to refine product designs for manufacturability.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Mentor junior engineers.
• Lead new product process improvement initiatives.

Skills

CAD software

Lean manufacturing

PPAP

APQP

AS9145

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CREO

Job description

Job Details

Date Posted: 2026-09-02 Country: United States of America

Location: US-MN-BURNSVILLE-WEST ~ 14300 Judicial Rd ~ WEST BLDG

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

About the Company

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 – New Product Introduction (NPI) Team

This role focuses on collaborating closely with design and supporting design for manufacturing (DFM) efforts, encompassing process development, work instruction creation, lean manufacturing, and tooling development.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the introduction of new products from prototype design to full-scale production for medium to large scope programs.


• Influence integrated project teams and larger teams.


• Design assembly tooling and fixtures using CAD software.


• Develop and implement efficient manufacturing processes.


• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.


• Conduct process flow and capacity analyses to ensure optimal production rates.


• Develop process failure mode and effects analysis (PFMEA) and measurement system analysis (MSA).


• Collaborate with design engineering to refine product designs for manufacturability.


• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.


• Mentor junior engineers.


• Lead new product process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.


• Proficiency in CAD software


• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and practices.


• Experience with Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and Advanced Quality Planning (APQP) methodologies.

US Citizen Qualifications We Prefer:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field


• Proficiency using CREO


• Experience with AS9145


• Experience working in team environment


• Experience in the aerospace or defense industry


• Knowledge of advanced manufacturing techniques and materials


• Financial Acumen


• Six Sigma certification or equivalent


• Leadership skills


• Project management


• Time management

Benefits:

• 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 illness insurance


• 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!

Location & Compensation

Location: US-MN-BURNSVILLE-WEST ~ 14300 Judicial Rd ~ WEST BLDG

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

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.

Additional Information

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. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. It is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.