Senior New Product Introduction Manufacturing Electrical Engineer III (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Vacation time

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Melbourne, FL is seeking an NPI Manufacturing Electrical Engineer to drive the transition of new electrical products from design to full-rate manufacturing. You’ll ensure performance, quality, manufacturability, and cost targets are met, collaborating with design, operations, supply chain and quality teams.

Responsibilities include developing processes, tooling and inspection methods, coordinating prototypes and pilot runs, and documenting capacity and production readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with 5+ years in electrical/electronics manufacturing, NPI, or production support.
• Experience documenting engineering work, CAD workflows, and manufacturing instructions.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing readiness activities for new electrical/electronic products transitioning from design to production.
• Collaborate with design engineering to improve manufacturability, testability, robustness, and cost (DFM/DFT/DFM).
• Develop and validate manufacturing processes, test equipment, tooling, and inspection methods for new products.
• Coordinate builds, testing, and analysis of prototypes and first articles to identify and mitigate risks during ramp-up.
• Prepare engineering documentation including process flows, instructions, capacity models and production specs.

Skills

NPI manufacturing

DFM/DFT

Electrical engineering

CAD tools

Education

University degree or equivalent

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-16

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-FL-MELBOURNE-307 ~ 1100 W Hibiscus Blvd ~ BLDG 307

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

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.

The NPI Manufacturing Electrical Engineer is a seasoned engineering professional responsible for driving the successful transition of new electrical and electronic products from design into full-rate manufacturing. This role ensures that new products meet performance, quality, manufacturability, and cost targets throughout the product development lifecycle. Working independently with minimal oversight, the engineer collaborates closely with design engineering, operations, supply chain, program management and quality teams to architect robust manufacturing processes, validate new technologies, and support production readiness for all new product introductions.

This is an onsite role in Melbourne, FL.

What You Will Do:

• Lead manufacturing readiness activities for new electrical/electronic products, ensuring smooth transition from engineering design to production.
• Collaborate with design engineering to influence product architectures for manufacturability, testability, robustness, and cost efficiency (DFM/DFA/DFT).
• Develop, evaluate, and validate manufacturing processes, test equipment, tooling, and inspection methods for new products.
• Coordinate the build, test, and analysis of engineering prototypes, first articles, and pilot units, ensuring manufacturing risks are identified and mitigated.
• Research, design, and test electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks to support NPI initiatives and ensure design intent is met.
• Prepare detailed engineering documentation including manufacturing instructions, process flows, test procedures, capacity models, and specifications required for production deployment.
• Generate and maintain product introduction schedules, cost analyses, and performance metrics to track readiness and identify improvement opportunities.
• Support root cause investigations, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement for new product lines.
• Coach and guide junior engineers or technicians involved in NPI activities.

What You Will Learn:

• How to transition complex electrical and electronic designs from concept to full‑rate production in a high‑reliability environment.
• Hands‑on prototype build strategies, pilot line execution, and production readiness planning.
• Development and validation of manufacturing processes, test equipment, tooling, and inspection technologies for new products.
• How to drive cross-functional alignment with design and test engineering, supply chain, operations, and quality throughout the product lifecycle.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience
• 5 years of experience in electrical/electronics engineering with a focus on manufacturing, NPI, product development, or production support.
• Experience with engineering documentation, CAD tools, manufacturing instructions, and process development.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Strong understanding of electrical component design, test methods, failure analysis, and qualification requirements.
• Experience supporting new product introductions, pilot builds, or design-to-production transfer activities.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other high‑reliability manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with workmanship standards, soldering/assembly processes, and PCB manufacturing.
• Knowledge of manufacturing test development (ICT, functional test, Environmental Test (ESS), etc.).
• Lean, Six Sigma, PFMEA, and process validation experience.
• Ability to work independently, manage complex problems, and lead cross‑functional initiatives.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project coordination skills.

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
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

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.

Collins Aerospace, an 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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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