Senior Structural Engineer (Hybrid - Aguadilla, PR)

Collins Aerospace; Aguadilla (PR); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

Generous 401(k) with employer matching

Employee Scholar Program (ESP)

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a RTX business, seeks a Structures Engineer for the Global Engineering & Technology Center in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. This hybrid position combines on-site and remote work, focused on Landing Systems and advanced structural analysis using FEA and traditional methods.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop analysis solutions, support NPIs, MRBs, PDAs, and field investigations, and mentor junior engineers while driving cost-effective results.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM with 5+ years of experience or advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Experience with linear and nonlinear structural analysis.
• Proficient in English communication across all levels.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform structural analysis of Landing Systems components and assemblies.
• Develop analysis solutions using classical methods and FEA when needed.
• Conduct risk assessments to ensure structural integrity of hardware.
• Own and manage projects with minimal oversight, meeting deadlines and budgets.
• Provide structural analysis support for NPIs, MRBs, PDAs, and field investigations.
• Deliver analysis results through reports and presentations for management and customers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet weight and cost targets.
• Assist in test plans and validation testing of structural, thermal, and dynamic performance.
• Develop and automate status reports using MATLAB, Python, or similar.
• Drive continuous improvement of analytical methods and workflows.
• Mentor and coach entry-level structures engineers.
• Support CAE data correlation and optimization efforts.

Skills

Structural analysis

FEA experience

English communication

Citizenship requirement

Education

Bachelor's in STEM

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

PATRAN/NASTRAN

NX CAD/CAM

Catia CAD/CAM

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-09

Country: United States of America

Location: US-PR-AGUADILLA-110 ~ Rd 110 N Km 28.8 ~ RD110

Position Role Type: Hybrid

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

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.

Collins Aerospace’s Global Engineering & Technology Center in Puerto Rico (GETC-PR) is seeking a technically experienced Structures Engineer to join our team in support of the Landing Systems Engineering organization and advanced technology methods development. This role requires a strong, passionate problem-solver with an action‑oriented, collaborative mindset who strives to exceed expectations. The successful candidate will thrive in a cross‑disciplinary team environment, tackling challenges and implementing design or process changes in a hands‑on work setting.

This position will sit at our Aguadilla, PR location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered.

This role is categorized as hybrid, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote following the schedule assigned by the Manager.

What YOU will do:

• Lead and perform structural analysis of Landing Systems components and assemblies while collaborating as part of an integrated team.
• Independently develop structural analysis solutions when historical solutions are not available or applicable. Analysis may include both classical methods and/or detailed Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Conduct risk assessments to ensure the structural integrity of Landing Systems hardware, including static and fatigue failure modes (FMs).
• Own and manage projects with minimal oversight while meeting deadlines, budgets, and maintaining high‑quality standards.
• Provide structural analysis support for New Product Introduction (NPIs), material non‑conformances (MRBs), Part Deviation Addendums (PDAs), and field investigations.
• Deliver analysis results and recommendations through detailed documentation, formal reports, and presentations for management and customers.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and serve as the structures focal point in integrated product teams to provide design recommendations and solutions that meet technical, weight, and cost targets.
• Assist in the creation of test plans and support validation and verification testing of components for structural, thermal, and dynamic performance and behavior. Utilize test data to calibrate and improve analytical methods.
• Develop and automate status reports through tools such as MATLAB, Python, or similar programming languages.
• Drive the continuous improvement of analytical methods and processes to enhance productivity and cost‑effectiveness.
• Provide technical coaching and mentoring to entry‑level structures engineers, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing.

What YOU will learn:

• You will learn about our growing engineering team in Puerto Rico; What we do? Who we support? How we work?
• You will learn the technologies of today and tomorrow which we count on to maintain world leadership in the aerospace industry.
• You will learn why people enjoy and feel fulfilled by working in our industry.

Qualifications you must have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Experience with linear and nonlinear structural analysis.
• Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English across all levels of an organization (verbal and written).
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Proficiency in FEA tools such as ANSYS (APDL, LS-Dyna, or Workbench), Abaqus, PATRAN/NASTRAN.
• Experience with CAD/CAM tools (e.g., NX CAD/CAM, Catia CAD/CAM).
• Proficient in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) per ANSI Y14.5.
• Experience with linear and nonlinear structural analysis using FEA tools.
• Familiarity with composite materials, adhesives, and advanced manufacturing processes for aerospace applications.
• Demonstrated ability to perform multi‑disciplinary trade studies to optimize structural design solutions.
• Working knowledge of industry standards and best practices for airworthiness certification (e.g., FAA, EASA).
• Prior experience with testing and validating structural components, including data analysis and correlation to simulation results.
• Experience with automation of engineering processes and workflows using programming tools such as MATLAB, Python, or similar.

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
• Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• And more!

Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, 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.

Join our growing engineering team in Puerto Rico, where you will provide critical support to all Collins SBUs, working on exciting programs and projects ranging from the development of the next generation of advanced concept ejection seats to the latest technologies for the U.S. warfighter.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

* Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

Hybrid:

Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

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.

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