Senior Design Engineer

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support to production by training cross-functional teams on requirements and product functionality
• Analyze and disposition discrepant material based on technical assessment and product function
• Support engineering projects to reduce non-conformances through clear problem definition and process control
• Drive engineering changes to improve the producibility of legacy products with strong technical substantiation
• Design and execute test plans to evaluate risk and validate proposed changes
• Implement corrective actions and monitor effectiveness using objective data
• Develop and maintain site procedures to support long-term process stability
• Communicate project progress and results to senior leadership and customers
• Liaise with New Product Introduction (NPI) teams to ensure seamless production transitions
• Mentor early-career engineers to support their professional growth

Requirements

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree with minimum 3 years of experience
• U.S. citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
• Proven experience in manufacturing within the automotive or aerospace industries
• Hands-on experience with dynamics, vibrations, and rotating equipment
• Expertise in problem-solving methodologies including RCCA, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and Lean Manufacturing
• Proficiency with CAD systems and 3D modeling tools
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of guiding cross-functional teams

About the Company

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military, and government customers worldwide. Comprising Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon, RTX operates at the edge of known science to deliver solutions in quantum physics, electric propulsion, hypersonics, avionics, and cybersecurity.