Manufacturing Engineer II; 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.

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our OEM aero/industrial nozzle manufacturing facility in West Des Moines, IA. In this role, you will leverage your engineering expertise to optimize manufacturing processes, improve product quality, and collaborate across teams to solve technical challenges. This position offers an opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies and contribute to the production of high‑performance aerospace components.

This is an onsite role in West Des Moines, IA and may have some infrequent travel. This role is eligible for relocation.

• Evaluate and resolve non‑conforming product issues as a Material Review Board (MRB) member.
• Minimize the Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) for assigned product lines.
• Define and solve technical problems in manufacturing, assembly, and testing environments.
• Implement cost‑saving and process improvement initiatives on assigned product lines.
• Collaborate with design engineering teams to enhance manufacturability of products.
• Develop efficient production workflows and determine optimal sequencing of operations.
• Prepare cost estimates for proposed projects and analyze cost factors.
• Support facility layouts for manufacturing processes and equipment as needed.
• Solve manufacturing challenges of varying complexity.
• Design tools, fixtures, and gauges using Solid Works to improve manufacturing processes and address safety concerns.
• 3D printing of fixtures.
• Create detailed assembly work instructions using Microsoft Excel and Word (experience with Solid Works Composer is a plus).
• Program laser markers and develop operator instructions for laser marking processes.
• Utilize RTX‑Lifecycle‑Program‑Management (RLPM) for New Product Introduction projects (NPI) to develop build plans for new fuel nozzle designs.
• Develop and maintain production routings and bill of materials.
• Work with suppliers to resolve quality and technical issues.
• Act as the technical liaison with customer engineering and quality teams when required.
• Conduct compliance reviews to ensure conformance with customer specifications and requirements.

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in engineering (manufacturing, operations, aerospace, mechanical, industrial, or a related field).
• Solid understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with MS Project is a plus.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team.
• Hands‑on experience in machining, assembly, fixture design, tooling design, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Familiarity with special processes such as vacuum brazing, heat treating, TIG/laser welding, and EDM.

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.