Project Engineer II (Onsite - Puerto Rico)

Prattwhitney; Santa Isabel (PR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly hire

Generous 401(k) plan with employer 401

Employee Scholar Program (ESP)

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee Assistance Plan with up to 8%

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Project Engineer II to lead and support aerospace manufacturing projects, applying engineering principles from concept through implementation. You will perform failure analysis on electronic components, troubleshoot manufacturing challenges, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.

This onsite role is based in Santa Isabel, Puerto Rico, with 2nd shift support and no relocation offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM.
• Typical minimum 2 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Fluency in English and Spanish, both written and spoken.
• U.S. citizenship is required to access program information.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support engineering projects to improve manufacturing operations and process performance.
• Perform failure analysis on electronic parts and components.
• Monitor and resolve unit failures during electronic component manufacturing.
• Plan and manage multiple projects from concept through implementation.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to transition solutions into production.
• Analyze processes for safety, quality, productivity, and cost improvements with Industry 4.0 tech.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing operations and troubleshoot production issues.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Project execution

Failure analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Industry 4.0 technologies

Additive manufacturing

Job description

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: None/Not Required

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Project Engineer II to lead and support engineering projects focused on improving manufacturing processes, production efficiency, and operational performance within our aerospace manufacturing operations. As a Project Engineer II, you will apply engineering principles to manage projects from concept through implementation, perform failure analysis on electronic components, troubleshoot manufacturing challenges, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative technical solutions. You will play a key role in supporting manufacturing readiness, advancing Industry 4.0 initiatives, developing manufacturing tooling, and driving continuous improvement efforts that enhance product quality, reliability, and productivity. This is an individual contributor position designed for an engineering professional with prior experience in project execution and manufacturing operations who is looking to further develop technical expertise and contribute to engineering excellence in the aerospace industry.

Your mission

To lead and support engineering projects, develop innovative technical solutions, improve manufacturing performance, investigate and resolve product and process failures, and ensure projects are delivered on time while meeting quality, safety, and business objectives. Join us in driving innovation and excellence in aerospace manufacturing!

This onsite position is based at our Santa Isabel, Puerto Rico location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered. Work Schedule: This position supports 2nd Shift operations. Candidates must be available to work the following schedule based on business needs: 2nd Shift: Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

What You Will Do

• Apply engineering principles and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop solutions that improve manufacturing operations, production efficiency, and overall process performance.
• Perform failure analysis on electronic parts and components to identify failure modes, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor, diagnose, and resolve unit failures during electronic component manufacturing, driving continuous improvement efforts to reduce defect rates and enhance process reliability.
• Plan, prioritize, and manage multiple engineering projects from concept through implementation, ensuring project milestones, schedules, and business objectives are achieved.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to coordinate project activities and successfully transition engineering solutions into production.
• Analyze manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement in safety, quality, productivity, and cost, including the implementation of Industry 4.0 technologies, automation, and digital manufacturing initiatives.
• Communicate project status, technical recommendations, risks, and implementation plans with operations and engineering leadership.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing operations by troubleshooting production issues and implementing sustainable corrective actions.
• Design and develop manufacturing tooling using additive manufacturing, milling, or outsourced manufacturing processes while supporting improvements to manufacturing methods, equipment, and process documentation.
• Support customer returns investigations by evaluating product failure modes, performing technical analysis, and recommending corrective actions while ensuring engineering projects comply with applicable safety, quality, regulatory, and company requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline.
• Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant engineering experience.
• Demonstrated professional or educational experience communicating in English and Spanish, both verbally and in writing.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience supporting engineering projects or manufacturing operations within an aerospace or advanced manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading or coordinating engineering projects from planning through implementation, including project schedules, technical deliverables, and cross-functional coordination.
• Experience performing failure analysis, troubleshooting electronic components, investigating product or manufacturing defects, and implementing corrective actions.
• Knowledge of Industry 4.0 technologies, automation, digital manufacturing, or smart manufacturing concepts, with familiarity with low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with additive manufacturing, machining, welding, brazing, or other metal joining processes, along with programming or industrial automation experience.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions
• And more!

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.

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.

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.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.