Structural Certification Engineer II - Aircraft Interiors (ONSITE)

Collins Aerospace; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

Generous 401(k) plan with matching and

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Winston-Salem, NC seeks a Structural Certification Engineer II to ensure interior component compliance with federal and industry standards for modifications on aircraft. This onsite role requires analyzing structural components, coordinating with MRB and regulatory bodies, and delivering clear engineering reports.

The position emphasizes collaboration across Operations, Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering to drive cost-effective solutions and continuous improvement, with

Qualifications

• Requires STEM degree and 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with static stress and fatigue analysis using classical methods and FEM.
• Experience with load paths, free body diagrams, load balance, and failure modes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analyses using hand and computer calculations, including static analysis of aerospace components.
• Define, assess, and document repair designs for metallic, bonded metallic, and advanced composite aerospace structures.
• Work with MRB and regulatory authorities to develop standard repair instructions.
• Analyze repair proposals and prepare formal engineering reports supporting minor and major repairs for internal and external customers.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Support corrective action and defect reduction initiatives by identifying recurring technical issues.
• Develop and implement processes, methods, and tools that improve efficiency throughout workflows.
• Apply CORE tools and continuous improvement principles to reduce process turnbacks.

Skills

Static stress analysis

Fatigue analysis

Load paths

Free body diagrams

Failure modes

Problem solving

Technical report writing

Communication

Aerospace structures knowledge

Python

VB.NET

C#.NET

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Microsoft Office

Python

Excel VBA

VB.NET

C#.NET

Job description

Location

US-NC-WINSTON SALEM-1455 ~ 1455 Fairchild Rd ~ ADMIN BLDG

Date Posted

2026-08-13

Country

United States of America

Location

US-NC-WINSTON SALEM-1455 ~ 1455 Fairchild Rd ~ ADMIN BLDG

Position Role Type

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

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.

Our award winning Interiors team is looking for a Structural Certification Engineer II to support showing compliance of commercial aircraft interior components to federal and industry standards to support implementation of interior modifications onto aircraft.

This is an onsite position in Winston Salem, North Carolina.

What You Will Do

• Perform structural analyses using hand and computer calculations, including static analysis of aerospace components.
• Define, assess, and document repair designs for metallic, bonded metallic, and advanced composite aerospace structures.
• Work with Materials Review Board (MRB) and regulatory authorities to develop standard repair instructions.
• Analyze repair proposals and prepare formal engineering reports supporting minor and major repairs for internal and external customers, which may include obtaining authorized engineering signatures.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to identify and implement cost reduction opportunities across product lines and processes.
• Support corrective action and defect reduction initiatives by identifying recurring technical issues and contributing to sustainable solutions.
• Develop and implement processes, methods, and tools that improve efficiency throughout Engineering Production Support workflows activities.
• Develop or improve engineering methods, tools, databases, and automated workflows that increase efficiency.
• Apply CORE tools and continuous improvement principles to reduce process turnbacks, improve engineering performance, and support the objectives of the organization.
• Communicate technical findings, recommendations, risks, and decisions clearly to engineering leadership, customers, and cross functional stakeholders.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.
• Experience performing static stress and fatigue analysis using classical methods and finite element analysis.
• Experience with load paths, free body diagrams, load balance, and common failure modes.
• Experience with Microsoft Office computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience preparing clear, accurate, and well-organized technical reports.
• Ability to apply established structural analysis methods and engineering standards to solve technical problems.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, leadership, and customer organizations.
• Experience analyzing metallic or advanced composite aerospace structures.
• Proficiency in programming and automation tools such as Python, Excel VBA, VB.NET, C#.NET, Visual Basic, or similar languages for developing internal engineering tools, automating repetitive tasks, and improving workflow efficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to address issues of complex scope.
• Proactive, action-oriented approach to managing tasks and activities.

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 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 illness insurance, 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!

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.