Date Posted:
2025-07-24
Country:
United States of America
Location:
HIA34: Coralville, IA 2855 Heartland Dr , Coralville, IA, 52241-2733 USA
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:
None/Not Required
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.
We are seeking a motivated and proactive Manufacturing Engineer who thrives on working with people and creatively solving challenges. This role demands fast-paced learning, the ability to work independently, and effective collaboration within a diverse team. The ideal candidate will excel in interpersonal communication, show empathy and compassion in addressing others' concerns, and demonstrate a blend of attention to detail, problem-solving skills, customer service, and relationship building. Adaptability, leadership, and responsiveness are crucial for success in this role.
This individual will support the transition of two key programs Common Range Integrated Instrumentation System (CRIIS), Tactical Combat Training Systems (TCTS II) and Terminal High Altitude Area Defense, programs.
What You Will Do:
Technical Interpretation: Analyze and interpret technical drawings and specifications for Digital and RF products.
Test Planning: Evaluate and approve test plans and test equipment designs. Select and order capital test equipment with cost/payback analysis.
Capacity Planning: Assess and plan for staffing and test equipment needs. Identify innovative test approaches to minimize staffing and capital costs.
Defect Reduction: Eliminate or reduce test defects and improve yields. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for test failures.
Engineering Principles: Apply standard engineering and manufacturing principles to solve technical problems with minimal guidance.
Test Methods: Develop, implement, and maintain test methods and processes for complex RF circuit card and sub-assembly designs.
Technical Support: Provide comprehensive technical assistance and training to floor test technicians.
Documentation Management: Maintain up-to-date test documentation and oversee accurate change management. Resolve conflicts in documentation and process definitions.
Test Systems Knowledge: Gain complete knowledge of test systems and hardware.
Producibility Projects: Recommend and lead projects to enhance producibility and reduce support costs.
Data Analysis: Use statistical process control analysis to proactively address and minimize test flow inhibitors.
Qualifications You Must Have:
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
Qualifications We Prefer:
Prior Manufacturing experience
Strong problem solving, analytical thinking, and decision-making skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Good communication and presentation skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong presentation skills and planning
Learn More & Apply Now!
Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions - whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you'll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.
Eligible for relocation
*Please ensure the role @type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
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.
Regardless of your role @type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world - and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.
Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day.
The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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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