Staff Technician, Research & Technology (Onsite)

Socket.dev; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment program

Life and disability coverage

Parental leave

Job summary

RTX Collins Aerospace in Riverside, CA is seeking a seasoned engineer to support composite manufacturing, prototype builds, and technology development within the R&T department. The role emphasizes TRL/MRL gate processes, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to aerospace standards.

Applicants should have an AA/AS degree with several years of experience in composite aerostructures, plus knowledge of Thermoset/Thermoplastic processing.

Qualifications

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training).
• 3-5 years of hands on, industry experience in the field of composite manufacturing, ideally with a strong focus on composite Aerostructures.
• Preference for knowledge of thermoset and thermoplastic composite material & processing specifications for Aerospace industry.
• Product development and introduction experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and execute prototype and demonstrator builds.
• Support daily process development with Engineers and Technicians.
• Assist in developing technologies in line with TRL and MRL gates.
• Coordinate across Programs, Chief Engineer Office, Aftermarket, manufacturing, facilities, supply chain, test labs, suppliers and customers.
• Ensure compliance with TRL, MRL, EHS, CMS, QMS, PPAP requirements.
• Participate in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Implement lean manufacturing results and improvements.

Skills

Manufacturing process experience

Composite materials handling

Engineering collaboration

Education

AA/AS degree (2-year post-secondary)

6+ years relevant experience

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-16

Country: United States of America

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

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.

This role will be within the R&T department as part of the Engineering organization conducting research and development of primarily but not limited to Composite technologies based in Riverside, CA.

What You Will Do:

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

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

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

• Interacting between Engineering groups (Programs,ChiefEngineerOffice,Aftermarket, manufacturing/operations, facilities, supply chain, test labs,suppliersand customers); ensuring on-time and quality execution of materials & process project tasks and deliverables.

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

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

• Participates in process improvement and continuous improvement activities.

• Implements results of lean manufacturing initiatives.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

• 3-5 years of hands on, industry experience in the field of composite manufacturing, ideally with a strong focus on composite Aerostructures.

Qualifications We Prefer:

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

• Product development and introduction experience.

What We Offer:

Benefits

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,additionallife 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,childand elder care services

• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

• And more!

This role may be eligible for relocation.

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.

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 58,400 USD - 111,000 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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