Manufacturing Engineer II (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-09-27

 Country:

United States of America

 Location:

US-OH-TROY-101 ~ 101 Waco St ~ WACO

 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.
• Manufacturing Engineer II (Onsite) Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.
• 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.
• Our Landing Systems Business Unit headquartered in Troy, Ohio designs, tests and manufactures a wide range of fully integrated landing systems.
• Our innovative solutions include lighter-weight, high-strength materials; more electric technologies; DURACARB® carbon friction material; EDL® extended life configurations; and innovative aircraft gear, wheel and brake design.

What You Will Do

• Assure manufacturing process, equipment, tooling, fixture design, routings, programming, and standard work in support of production requirements for chemical/special processing (Anodizing, Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection, Etch, Shot Peening and Wastewater Treatment) and paint operations.
• Develop, optimize and sustain manufacturing processes using lean principles – standard work, flow optimization, waste elimination and visual management.
• Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives using structured methodologies (A3, RCA, PDCA, VSM, Kaizen) to improve safety, quality, delivery and productivity.
• Identify and implement cost savings related to labor utilization, scrap reduction, process efficiency and capital deployment.
• Manage and lead projects using a gated project management structure – including scope definition, timeline development, cross-functional alignment, risk mitigation and gate reviews.
• Lead capital projects including equipment justification, vendor management, installation, commissioning (FAT/SAT) and process validation.
• Conduct Industrial Engineering analyses such as time studies, line balancing, work sampling, ergonomic evaluations, and capacity modeling.
• Support compliance activities including AS9100, NADCAP and internal audit readiness; ensure processes maintain certification-related requirements.
• Serve as technical liaison between Value Streams, Quality Assurance, EH&S, Design Engineering, and Maintenance to ensure aligned and robust manufacturing support.
• Provide day-to-day technical support to production teams; investigate issues, lead root-cause analysis, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Maintain process documentation including PFMEAs, control plans, work instructions, tool specifications and production layouts.
• Own the training rollout for all process and equipment changes, ensuring operators and support teams are properly trained, documented, and aligned prior to implementation.
• Support off-shift or weekend activities on an as-needed basis to ensure successful project execution, training deployment and resolution of critical production issues.

Qualifications

You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations with a strong emphasis on troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Demonstrated experience applying Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement tools (A3, VSM, Kaizen, Standard Work, 5S, root-cause analysis).
• Experience implementing new equipment, automation, tooling, or technologies into a production environment.
• Ability to analyze data, interpret KPIs and develop data-driven recommendations for process improvement.
• Ability to support off-shift or weekend work on an as needed basis for projects, equipment launch, training or major troubleshooting.
• Ability to develop and deliver clear presentations for project updates, technical reviews, and justifications of process or capital improvements to site leadership.
• U.S. citizenship required due to access to controlled information under this program/contract.

Qualifications

We Prefer

• Manufacturing engineering experience in high-mix production environments.
• Demonstrated leadership executing Lean/Continuous Improvement initiatives (Kaizen leadership, value stream mapping facilitation, standard work development).
• Experience developing and optimizing manufacturing layouts, flow, and ergonomics using Industrial Engineering tools (time studies, line balancing, material flow analysis).
• Strong analytical skills using data to drive decisions, including statistical methods, process capability studies, and operational metrics (OEE, throughput, scrap).
• Experience with PFMEA development, control plans, PPAP/FAI documentation, or aerospace process validation requirements.
• Proficiency with CAD tools or digital layout tools for equipment placement and fixture design.
• Experience implementing automation, error‑proofing (poka-yoke), or process control systems within manufacturing environments.
• Prior experience supporting off‑shift or weekend work during launches, training events, or major troubleshooting activities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, especially in cross‑functional environments (Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, EH&S, Maintenance).
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities including process development, tooling requirements, trial builds, operator training and production launch.

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 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 Me