Project Technician III (Onsite - Puerto Rico)

RTX (Raytheon); Santa Isabel (PR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) with employer match

Employee Scholar Program (ESP)

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee Assistance Plan with up to 8;

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Project Technician III to support development, validation, optimization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes and equipment at our Santa Isabel, Puerto Rico site. You will analyze product specs, troubleshoot issues, and implement mistake-proofing to ensure quality and manufacturability.

This onsite role requires U.S. citizenship and residency in Puerto Rico at start; relocation is not offered.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or AA/AS degree with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• Experience communicating in English and Spanish (verbal and written).
• U.S. citizenship is required to access information under this program/contract.

Responsibilities

• Develop, program, characterize, and optimize manufacturing test processes to meet product specs and customer requirements.
• Analyze product specifications, drawings, and requirements to ensure manufacturability.
• Troubleshoot equipment, process failures, and production issues with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to implement corrective actions.
• Develop and implement mistake-proofing solutions to improve accuracy and reduce defects.
• Support early detection and capture of product failures to prevent downstream issues.
• Participate in first-article builds, engineering runs, process trials, and production validations.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, investigate failures, and recommend improvements.
• Perform root cause analysis and support corrective and preventive actions.

Skills

English fluency

Spanish fluency

Education

High School Diploma or AA/AS

Tools

SAP

Solumina

Microsoft Office

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-14

Country: United States of America

Location: US-PR-SANTA ISABEL-B1 ~ Felicia Industrial Park - St B1 ~ BLDG 1

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 Technician III to support the development, validation, optimization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes and equipment. As a Project Technician III , you will analyze product specifications, troubleshoot and production issues, implement mistake-proofing solutions, and improve methods to ensure product quality, manufacturability, and compliance with customer requirements. You will work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to resolve technical issues, support production validations, and improve manufacturing performance. This is an individual contributor position.

Your mission: to improve process reliability, identify product failures early, support effective root cause resolution, and ensure consistent, high-quality manufacturing outcomes.

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

• Develop, program, characterize, and optimize manufacturing test processes to meet product specifications, manufacturing requirements, and customer expectations.
• Analyze product specifications, drawings, and requirements to identify appropriate methods and ensure product manufacturability.
• Troubleshoot equipment, process failures, and production issues, working with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to identify and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and implement mistake-proofing solutions to improve accuracy, prevent recurring defects, and strengthen process controls.
• Support early detection and capture of product failures by analyzing results and identifying potential issues before they affect downstream production or customers.
• Participate in first-article builds, engineering runs, process trials, and production validations to establish stable and repeatable manufacturing processes.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, investigate failures, and recommend improvements to product quality, process capability, and operational efficiency.
• Perform root cause analysis and support corrective and preventive actions to resolve defects and prevent recurrence.
• Provide technical support and guidance to production personnel on equipment, manufacturing processes, troubleshooting methods, and applicable procedures.
• Maintain accurate procedures, work instructions, process documentation, and revision-controlled records to support compliance, rework, and other activities.

Qualifications You Must Have

• HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other two-year post-high-school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated professional or educational experience communicating in English and Spanish (verbal and written).
• U.S. citizenship is required, as it is needed for full access to information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with manufacturing equipment, processes, or automated production systems.
• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC), data analysis, and process characterization techniques.
• Experience performing root cause analysis, troubleshooting failures, and implementing corrective actions.
• Familiarity with SAP, Solumina, Microsoft Office, or similar manufacturing and production systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, communicate technical findings, and recommend practical process improvements.

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!

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:

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