Principal Systems Engineer-R&T Process Development Engineer(Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

3 weeks vacation

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking an experienced engineer for the Advanced Structures team in Riverside. You will design, develop, and integrate automated systems for material and process development, leading cross-functional technology efforts and ensuring TRL/MRL milestones are met.

You will work with engineers and technicians to advance prototypes, analyze processes, and implement lean improvements while collaborating across programs, operations, and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in STEM and 8+ years experience, or an advanced degree with 5+ years.
• Experience in multi-axis robotics programming and PLC systems.
• Systems development and integration experience; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate automated systems for process and material development projects.
• Lead and support technology development aligning with TRL/MRL gates.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians on daily process development.
• Interface across programs, manufacturing, supply chain, and customers to ensure on-time delivery.
• Provide technical support for prototype and demonstrator builds; review planning docs.
• Contribute to PFMEA, control build plans, and lean improvement initiatives.

Skills

Multi-axis robotics programming

PLC programming

Systems development

Technical SME

Product development

Lean leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree (MS/PhD)

Tools

CATIA

Robotics software

Fiber optic laser systems

Job description

Location:

US-CA-RIVERSIDE-8200B1 ~ 8200 Arlington Ave ~ BLDG B1

Location:

US-CA-RIVERSIDE-8200B1 ~ 8200 Arlington Ave ~ BLDG B1

Date Posted:

2026-09-03

Country:

United States of America

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:

• Design, develop, and integrate automated systems that support process and/or material development projects


• Lead and support the development of technologies in adherence with TRL and MRL toll gates.


• Working closely with Engineers and Engineering Technicians, supporting daily process development.


• Interacting between Engineering groups (programs, chief office engineer, aftermarket, manufacturing/operations, facilities, supply chain, test labs, suppliers and customers); ensuring on-time and quality execution of materials & process project tasks and deliverables.


• Utilize manufacturing process experience to provide technical support and consultation for executing prototype and demonstrator builds.


• Review, understand, provide feedback, and approve manufacturing planning documents.


• Ensures adherence to all compliance requirements (TRL, MRL, EHS, CMS, QMS, PPAP etc.)


• Engages in problem solving initiatives & challenges the status quo (e.g. root cause and corrective action investigations, OEE, FPY, customer escapes)


• Participates and contributes on Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and control build plans.


• Identifies opportunities on drawings and specifications to influence changes to engineering designs.


• Participates in tool design reviews to ensure tools are feasible for processes.


• Participates in process improvement and continuous improvement activities.


• Implements results of lean manufacturing initiatives.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.


• Multi-Axis robotics programming and operation experience.


• PLC programming and operating experience.


• Systems development and integration experience.


• Experience as a technical SME, relationship building, effective communications, lean leader, influencer.


• Product development and introduction experience.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• 3-5 years industry experience in the field of composite manufacturing and process development is required, ideally with a strong focus on composite Aerostructures.


• Proficient oral and written communications skills in a very collaborative environment.


• Experience working with fiber optic laser systems.


• Advanced knowledge of robotic programming and operation.


• Knowledge of metallic material & processing specifications for Aerospace industry.


• Extensive Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).


• Experience interpreting Engineering drawings and 3D CAD Designs (CATIA).


• Knowledge of thermoset and thermoplastic composite material & processing specifications for Aerospace industry.

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!

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.

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 118,300 USD - 224,900 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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