Mechanical Component Engineer (hybrid)

Date Posted:
2026-03-26
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1
Position Role Type:
Hybrid
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status:
Not Required

Are you interested in joining a dynamic and fast-paced global team that positively impacts the Collin's organization? If so, then this is the job for you!

Joining Collins Aerospace isn't just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Collins Aerospace has an immediate need for Principal Engineer, Mechanical Component Engineer within the supply chain engineering team. The Component Engineer is responsible for managing the life cycle of mechanical components used across avionics systems, engine controls, power systems, and other products manufactured by Collins Aerospace. Component Engineers at Collins Aerospace act as the technical expert in collaboration with key stakeholders in Product Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Program Management, Procurement, Obsolescence, Quality, and Supply Chain. Specific responsibilities may include consultation with design engineering on part selection, qualification of components, performing root cause investigation and corrective action implementation, addressing part shortages and obsolescence, and technology roadmap management.

This role requires an engineer with significant background working with mechanical components. The site location for this role is in Windsor Locks, CT, but Rockford, IL would also be considered at the discretion of the hiring manager.

What You Will Do

• Understand preferred technologies, sources of supply, and acceptance criteria for mechanical commodities used on assigned programs.
• Apply techniques for the documentation and release of components, processes, technology roadmaps, and design guidelines associated with assigned programs.
• Identify, evaluate, and recommend new components and manufacturers for new product design programs and for improving existing manufacturing process yields. Connect the supply base with internal customers to develop optimal design solutions.
• Analyze engineering and obsolescence prediction data for components.
• Review Bill of Materials (BOMs) to ensure maximum health (technology, life cycle, source of supply, etc).
• Perform Failure and Root Cause Analysis of high complexity and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical assistance for programs related to material verification resolution, specification or drawing exceptions, supplier issues, and manufacturing related issues.
• General technical support related to mechanical components. This may include activities associated with Part Shortage Resolution, Obsolescence Management, Source Selection, Data Collection, and/or overall Data Analysis.
• Actively contribute to, and participate in, projects as a team member or expert on call.
• Lead complex projects to solve team or department level issues or process improvements. Proactively identifies improvement opportunities and drives activity to make necessary changes.
• Teach and mentor less experienced engineers on the team.
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 10%

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
• 5+ years experience as a Mechanical Component Engineer or Mechanical Designer with experience in assemblies or components
• Experience with engineering materials and production methods relevant to them
• Prior experience collaborating in a multi-functional environment (ex: field engineering, supply chain, suppliers, customers)

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience creating and assessing technical documentation relating to Configuration Control, Change Management, Trade Studies, Preliminary and Detailed Design artifacts, and supporting mechanical component sustainment efforts
• Experience working with mechanical component obsolescence and product change notifications (PCNs)
• Team Lead experience
• 5+ years with Silicon Expert or Accuris (IHS) Industry toolsets
• SAP and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) toolsets
• Demonstrated customer service experience, working with both technical and non-technical individuals and leaders
• Understand and follow processes for and procedures for component management

What We Offer:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
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 and Apply Now:

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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 candidate's 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 company's 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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