Manufacturing Engineer

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Date Posted: 2026-08-12 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-RIVERSIDE-8200B1 ~ 8200 Arlington Ave ~ BLDG B1 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62 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 for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team at Riverside - CA facility. The Manufacturing Engineer will support the production of advanced composite and metallic structures used on commercial and military programs. This role supports Collins Aerospace’s Riverside Center of Excellence for composite bonding and focuses on stabilizing, sustaining, and improving production processes. The successful candidate will learn and apply engineering fundamentals to optimize composite fabrication processes, resolve production issues, improve quality, and reduce cost. This position is hands-on and shop‑floor–focused, working daily with operators, cross‑functional engineers, and manufacturing leadership. What You Will Do • Assist and train assemblers in composite fabrication operations including, layup, laser projection, ply cutting/kitting, CNC machining, tooling, robotic automation, and related bonding processes. • Create, maintain, and improve manufacturing documentation such as routings, bills of materials, visual work instructions, and standard work. • Ensure manufacturing processes comply with EHS, quality, and engineering specifications. • Investigate and resolve production issues using data analysis, root cause methods, and corrective action planning. • Use data analytics and SPC tools to improve productivity, FPY, and operational performance metrics. • Participate in PFMEA, control plans, tool design reviews, and continuous improvement activities. • Identify opportunities for process optimization, cycle‑time reduction, automation, and digital manufacturing solutions. • Collaborate with operations, quality, design engineering, and suppliers on daily production support and technical projects. • Assist senior engineers in initiatives related to design changes, equipment upgrades, MRB activities, and manufacturing readiness. Qualifications you Must Have • Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and less than 2 years prior relevant experience. • Experience in interpreting engineering drawings, process specifications, technical reports, and work instructions. • Experience in MS Office and project management. • Experience with Continuous improvement tools (LEAN, Six Sigma, etc). • Ability to follow established procedures and adapt equipment or process concepts to production needs. Qualifications We Prefer • Strong analytical, problem‑solving, multitasking, and organizational skills. • Experience with CATIA V5/V6 or 3DExperience; familiarity with Composite Workbench or FiberSim NX. • Exposure to autoclave/oven programming, ply cutters, laser systems, or dimensional inspection tools. • Knowledge of composite inspection (NDI) techniques. • Experience with high‑rate composite manufacturing methods (AFP, RTM, compression molding, thermoplastics). • Hands‑on composite fabrication experience through coursework, internships, student projects, or prior shop‑floor work. 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, ID theft 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! Learn More & Apply Now 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 n