Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-CHULA VISTA-B107 850 Lagoon Dr BLDG 107 Mail Zone 1-C

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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At RTX the world largest aerospace and defense company 185000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the worlds 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 experienced Principal MechanicalDesign Engineer to serve as a subject matter expert in structural design and analysis for engine nacelles both in service and under development for future platforms. This individual will lead complex engineering projects provide technical direction and mentor junior engineers while driving innovative design solutions that meet performance safety and reliability requirements.

What You Will Do:

• Serve as the technical authority for structural design topics related to engine nacelles across in-service and new development programs.
• Lead and execute complex structural design projects ensuring compliance with engineering standards certification requirements and program objectives.
• Develop high-quality 3D models assemblies and detailed engineering drawings using advanced CAD tools.
• Support the design and development of advanced nacelle structures for future aircraft platforms including conceptual design feasibility studies and technology maturation.
• Provide mentorship guidance and technical oversight to junior and mid-level engineers fostering growth and ensuring high-quality engineering output.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Stress Manufacturing Supply Chain Quality Operations and Program Management teams.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations reviews and documentation for internal and external customers.
• Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies early in the design phase.
• Ensure adherence to engineering processes best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• 20% travel as needed.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science Technology Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
• 8 years of experience in mechanical or aerospace design engineering preferably in propulsion systems or nacelles.
• Experience with 3D CAD tools (CATIA V5/V6 preferred; SolidWorks or NX acceptable) and understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Experience with GD&T practices tolerance stackups root cause analysis design for manufacturability principles and relevant aerospace industry standards.
• Experience with leading or contributing to Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA).
• Experience with PLM systems (Teamcenter Enovia etc.)

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Excellent communication leadership and mentoring skills.
• Background in advanced concept development or technology maturation programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of structural principles materials behavior and certification requirements.
• Proven ability to lead complex technical projects and drive engineering solutions with minimal supervision.
• Ability to influence and lead teams with minimal supervision.
• Highly organized with strong problem-solving and decisionmaking skills.
• Self-driven proactive and able to manage multiple priorities.

What We Offer:

Benefits:

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 insurancecritical illnessinsurance 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!

This role may be eligible for relocation.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course that wouldnt be possible without the capabilities and technologies of our organization as well as our engineers a highly skilled accomplished network that spans more than 180 sites 24 countries and 6 Strategic Business Units (SBUs).

Our industry-leading experts are setting the standards for the aerospace industry and paving the way for the future. But as new challenges present themselves we need fresh creative and motivated minds to overcome these hurdles help us break barriers and achieve new levels of innovation. Do you have what it takes to join a global organization that doesnt shy away from big opportunities If so we invite you to join our ranks and create the next generation of aerospace technologies.

Together we will nurture an engineering culture that values intellectual curiosity risk takers and integrity. A place where we will challenge ourselves our teams and the status quo and where we will work to find a way the right way to achieve what others can only dream of.

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 possibility. 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 thats redefining aerospace every day.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 118300 USD - 224900 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 candidates 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 companys 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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