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Principal Manufacturing Engineer - Product Introduction

Job in Burnsville, Dakota County, Minnesota, 55306, USA
Listing for: Collins Aerospace
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-05
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Manufacturing Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Principal Manufacturing Engineer - New Product Introduction
Date Posted:

Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-MN-BURNSVILLE-WEST ~ 14300 Judicial Rd ~ WEST 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.
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.

We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our New Product Introduction (NPI) team. This role focuses on collaborating closely with design and supporting design for manufacturing (DFM) efforts, encompassing process development, work instruction creation, lean manufacturing, and tooling development.

What You Will Do:
  • Lead the introduction of new products from prototype design to full-scale production for medium to large scope programs.
  • Influence integrated project teams and larger teams.
  • Design assembly tooling and fixtures using CAD software.
  • Develop and implement efficient manufacturing processes.
  • Drive lean manufacturing initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Conduct process flow and capacity analyses to ensure optimal production rates.
  • Develop process failure mode and effects analysis (PFMEA) and measurement system analysis (MSA).
  • Collaborate with design engineering to refine product designs for manufacturability.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Mentor junior engineers.
  • Lead new product process improvement initiatives.
Qualifications You Must Have:
  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
  • Proficiency in CAD software
  • Experience with lean manufacturing principles and practices.
  • Experience with Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and Advanced Quality Planning (APQP) methodologies.
  • US Citizen
Qualifications We Prefer:
  • Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
  • Proficiency using CREO
  • Experience with AS9145
  • Experience working in team environment
  • Experience in the aerospace or defense industry
  • Knowledge of advanced manufacturing techniques and materials
  • Financial Acumen
  • Six Sigma certification or equivalent
  • Leadership skills
  • Project management
  • Time management
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,  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
  • And more!
May be eligible for relocation.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:

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.

Collins Aerospace, a 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'…
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