Senior Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering Ops

Company: Collins Aerospace
Location: Fairfield
Posted on: January 5, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Date Posted: 2025-12-18 Country: United States of America Location: HCA09: Mission Sys (Propulsion) 3530 Branscombe Road , Fairfield, CA, 94533 USA 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. Security Clearance: None/Not Required 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. Join our dynamic team as a Senior Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering Ops! You will participate in the design and arrangement of machines and sequence of operations and check that mandatory modifications are incorporated to ensure legal compliance. As an employee at Collins Aerospace-Fairfield, Safety is an expectation. Employees are expected to work safely, follow all safety rules, requirements, procedures, and instructions always. You are expected to actively participate in the safety program and be mindful of your safety and the safety of others. You are expected to complete all safety training in a timely manner. What You Will Do /n - Participates in the design and arrangement of machines within plant facilities to ensure more efficient and productive layout. /n - Support production operations metrics for safety, quality ,delivery, and cost by proactively promoting and executing continuous improvement projects. /n - Design and development of new or revised manufacturing processes. /n - May propose product design changes based on manufacturing feasibility. /n - Conducts tests and measurements throughout stages of production to determine control over applicable variables. /n - Troubleshoots and solves production process problems with processes or equipment already in operation. /n - Determines Total Productive Maintenance and repair materials required for machines and equipment. /n - May make recommendations concerning acquisition and use of new technological equipment and materials. /n - Train other team members on internal processes. /n - Execute strategic business process improvements. /n /n Qualifications You Must Have /n - Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience. /n - Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) access. /n /n Qualifications We Prefer /n - Laser welding experience. /n - Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) experience. /n - Application Programming Interface (API) experience. /n - Experience with Non-Destructive Testing and inspection techniques. /n - Experience with packaging and/or logistics. /n - Solid interpersonal skills - ability to communicate and influence at all levels within an organization. /n - Solid presentation skills - able to analyze, prepare, and deliver presentations to leadership. /n - Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). /n /n What We Offer Some of our competitive benefits package includes: /n - Medical, dental, and vision insurance /n - Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees /n - Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option /n - Tuition reimbursement program /n - Student Loan Repayment Program /n - Life insurance and disability coverage /n - Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection /n - Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits /n - Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning /n - Adoption Assistance /n - Autism Benefit /n - Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions /n - Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program /n - Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits /n - Bright Horizons, child and elder care services /n - Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program /n - And more! /n /n May be eligible for relocation. 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. WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE. *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. 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. Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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 90,000 USD - 182,000 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

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