Date Posted:
2026-05-19Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-CT-CHESHIRE-250 ~ 250 Knotter Dr ~ GOODRICH CORPPosition Role Type:
OnsiteU.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 Type:
None/Not RequiredSecurity Clearance Status:
Not RequiredAt 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.
Collins Aerospace is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer II for its Cheshire Operations team to support the production and testing of high-reliability inertial products. You’ll work hands-on with operations, quality, and engineering to improve processes, solve problems, and help the site deliver on mission-critical customer commitments.
Why Cheshire? We build precision inertial products that support some of the world’s most important missions. Our site culture is collaborative, fast-paced, and focused on continuous improvement. Your ideas will be heard, and your impact will be seen.
Mission: Deliver high-reliability inertial products with uncompromising quality and on-time performance.
Vision: Be the premier inertial manufacturing site—known for innovation, operational excellence, and a skilled, empowered workforce.
This is an onsite role in Cheshire, CT and is NOT eligible for relocation assistance.
What You’ll Do:
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Support daily production and testing by troubleshooting issues and driving process stability
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Develop and improve work instructions, routings, test procedures, and operator training materials
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Lead RCCA investigations using structured problem-solving tools
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Use SAP for BOM control, routing updates, work order management, and traceability
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Support customer audits, reviews, and technical discussions
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Drive continuous improvement projects aligned with safety, quality, delivery, and cost
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Maintain configuration control and documentation discipline
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Participate in New Product Introduction and ensure production readiness
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Support tooling, fixtures, and test equipment readiness
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Train and certify operators on critical manufacturing and testing processes
What Makes This Role Rewarding:
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Direct, visible impact on production performance
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Hands-on engineering in a meaningful, mission-driven environment
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A supportive team culture focused on growth, collaboration, and innovation
Qualifications You Must Have
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Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
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ERP knowledge in a production environment.
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Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) experience (Process Mapping, Fishbone, 5 Whys, MPR, RedX, SixSigma, Fault Tree, etc... )
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Ability to interpret drawings, specs, and GD&T
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Strong communication skills for working with operators, peers, and customers
Qualifications We Prefer
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Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
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Engineering experience in aerospace/defense or high-precision regulated manufacturing
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Experience with documentation and configuration control
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Inertial manufacturing, environmental testing, or electromechanical assembly experience.
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SAP and SOLUMINA proficiency in a production environment
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Familiarity with AS9100/Nadcap
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Lean/CI experience
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Experience developing and delivering operator training
What We Offer Benefits
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Some of our competitive benefits packages include:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
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Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
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Tuition reimbursement program
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Student Loan Repayment Program
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Life insurance and disability coverage
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Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
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Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
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Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
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Adoption Assistance
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Autism Benefit
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Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
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Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
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Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
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Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
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Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
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And more!
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 customers succeed today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.
The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.
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 possibilities. 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 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.
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