Structural Certification Engineer II (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; United States; On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

3 weeks vacation

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a division of RTX, is seeking a talented engineer to support the MAU team in modifying and upgrading in-service aircraft interiors. You will coordinate with engineering, certification, and program management to ensure compliance and timely delivery of seating, galleys, and cabin components.

Ideal candidates have a STEM degree with 2+ years of relevant experience, experience with cross-functional teams, and knowledge of FAA regulations.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree with 2+ years of relevant experience or an advanced degree; FAA requires a bachelor’s in mechanical, aeronautical, civil, chemical, textile or related engineering.
• U.S. citizenship is required for access to information under this program/contract.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical knowledge and coordinate with engineering, certification, and program management in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• Conduct/witness testing, analysis, and design reviews to ensure compliance with 9g Static, 16 Dynamic, HIC, Mass Retention, etc.
• Generate and check compliance plans and documents to support TSO, PMA, and STC approvals.
• Participate in training to grow talent and process development.
• Collaborate as a team across the organization and support the company values and vision.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Testing and analysis

Compliance planning

Communication skills

Education

STEM degree

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-12 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: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

At RTX, the world 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 modification and upgrade (MAU) team is a division of Collins Aerospace responsible for incorporating changes to in-service aircraft interiors, including commercial seating, cabin attendant seating, galleys, etc. In doing so, we extend the life of Collins products on airplanes and improve airline and passenger satisfaction.

What You Will Do:

• Provide technical knowledge and coordinate with a cross-function team of engineering, certification, program management in a fast-paced, customer focused environment.
• Conduct / witness testing, analysis, and design reviews to show compliance with applicable structural and occupant injury requirements (9g Static, 16 Dynamic, HIC, Mass Retention, etc.).
• Generate and check compliance plans and documents to support TSO, PMA, and STC Approvals.
• Participate in training to grow talent and process development.
• Participate as a team player across the organization and further the values and vision of the organization.

Qualifications

• 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. Our agreement with the FAA requires a bachelor’s degree focused in one of the following disciplines: mechanical, aeronautical civil, chemical, textile or other relevant engineering.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• Previous experience working with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Working knowledge of FAA, EASA rules and regulations, policy memos, guidance materials, standards, etc. related to aircraft seat certification with emphasis on aircraft interiors requirements.
• Experience of TSO/PMA/STC/TC qualification and certification processes. Ideally, as an ODA unit member.
• Prior working experience in the aerospace industry, specifically with aircraft interiors.
• Prior experience reviewing and approving drawings and reports.
• Familiarity with testing and substantiation for 9g Static, 16g Dynamic, HIC and other structural and occupant injury requirements.
• Working knowledge of certification under 14 CFR Part 21 and Part 25.
• Clear communication and technical skills.

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

This position is eligible for relocation.

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.

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.

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 aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.