Summary
Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, provides technologically advanced solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. The Engineer II will create and maintain 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings for aerospace components, translate conceptual designs into product definitions, perform tolerance analyses, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The role also supports configuration management, resolves manufacturing design issues, ensures process compliance, and contributes to drafting and product definition improvements.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings for aerospace components and systems using tools such as NX, Creo, CATIA, or SolidWorks
- Translate conceptual designs into detailed product definitions, adhering to engineering standards and industry regulations (e.g., ASME Y14.5 for GD&T)
- Perform tolerance analysis to ensure proper fit, form, and function of components and assemblies
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design engineers, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to ensure designs meet customer and program requirements
- Support configuration management and maintain accurate records of design changes in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems (e.g., Teamcenter or equivalent)
- Troubleshoot and resolve design-related issues during manufacturing and production
- Participate in design reviews and provide input on manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and performance improvements
- Ensure compliance with Collins Aerospace lifecycle program management (RLPM) processes and tools
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing drafting and product definition workflows
Skills
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
- Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English (verbal and written)
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Experience with GD&T principles
- Experience with ASME standards
- Experience with PDM (Teamcenter, ENOVIA, etc.)
- Experience with 3D CAD modeling software (NX or SolidWorks preferred)
Qualifications
Must Haves
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
- Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English (verbal and written)
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Nice to Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Experience with GD&T principles
- Experience with ASME standards
- Experience with PDM (Teamcenter, ENOVIA, etc.)
- Experience with 3D CAD modeling software (NX or SolidWorks preferred)
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
- Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
- Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions.
- Hybrid work arrangement, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote following the schedule assigned by the Manager.