Stress Engineer II - Structural Engineering (Onsite

Location:

1300 W Fern Ave, Foley, AL, USA – onsite.

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.

• Perform structural analyses using hand and computer calculations, including static and fatigue analysis of aerospace components.
• Define, assess, and document repair designs for metallic, bonded metallic, and advanced composite aerospace structures.
• Work with Materials Review Board (MRB) to develop standard repair instructions.
• Analyze repair proposals and prepare formal engineering reports supporting minor and major repairs for internal and external customers, which may include obtaining authorized engineering signatures.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to identify and implement cost reduction opportunities across product lines and processes.
• Support corrective action and defect reduction initiatives by identifying recurring technical issues and contributing to sustainable solutions.
• Develop and implement processes, methods, and tools that improve efficiency throughout Engineering Production Support workflows activities.
• Develop or improve engineering methods, tools, databases, and automated workflows that increase efficiency.
• Apply CORE tools and continuous improvement principles to reduce process turnbacks, improve engineering performance, and support the objectives of the organization.
• Communicate technical findings, recommendations, risks, and decisions clearly to engineering leadership, customers, and cross functional stakeholders.

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
• Experience performing static stress and fatigue analysis using classical methods and finite element analysis.
• Experience with load paths, free body diagrams, load balance, and common failure modes.
• Experience using Patran, or comparable finite element analysis tools.
• Experience with Microsoft Office computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook.

• Experience preparing clear, accurate, and well‑organized technical reports.
• Ability to apply established structural analysis methods and engineering standards to solve technical problems.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, leadership, and customer organizations.
• Experience analyzing metallic or advanced composite aerospace structures.
• Experience in Stress Engineering Production Support (MRB Stress) and/or MRO environment.
• Proficiency in programming and automation tools such as Python, Excel VBA, , C#.NET, Visual Basic, or similar languages for developing internal engineering tools, automating repetitive tasks, and improving workflow efficiency.
• Knowledge or practical experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, Generative AI, or AI‑assisted engineering tools is an advantage, particularly in applying AI to engineering design, analysis, documentation, or process optimization.
• Demonstrated ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to address issues of complex scope.
• Proactive, action‑oriented approach to managing tasks and activities.

Benefits:

• 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…