Senior Energetics Manufacturing Engineer

Date Posted:

2026-08-21

 Country:

United States of America

 Location:

US-NC-WILSON-4200 ~ 4200 Airport Dr ~ BLDG 4200

 Position Role Type:

Onsite

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

 Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

 Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world 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.

The Senior Energetics Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing manufacturing equipment/processes, troubleshooting production issues, and driving Lean/continuous-improvement initiatives. This individual will also lead capital equipment projects, ensure safety and compliance, support product manufacturability and quality, managing PFMEA/MRB activities, and mentor junior engineers, technicians, and operations personnel.

What You Will Do:

Design, develop, and implement manufacturing equipment, fixtures, tooling, processes, or specifications for energetics production and materials chemistry.

Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives of manufacturing equipment and processes in work cells utilizing lean principles such as: 5S Workplace Organization, Error Proofing, Total Productive Maintenance, Kanban/Pull Systems, Set-Up Reduction(SMED), Standard Work, Value Stream Mapping, and Visual Factory.

Investigate and launch new technological advances in support of manufacturing energetics and related processes.

• •Develops/Conducts tests and measurements throughout stages of production to determine control over applicable process variables.
• Troubleshoots and solves problems with processes or equipment already in operation.

Follow compliance and lead change management for manufacturing processes that may include assembly, fabrication, painting, marking, machining and welding.

Lead actions involving new capital equipment projects, such as writing capital funding requests, Statement of Work & Validation requirements; interface with vendors, contractors from installation through release to production.

Reviews and validates recommendations regarding manufacturability of existing and future products as well as advises modifications or adaptations to address quality, customer, product, or productivity constraints.

Create and manage programs for production equipment such as pressure test equipment, assembly or CNC laser marking machines.

Works with EH&S to identify and resolve ergonomic and other safety concerns specific to equipment and tools.

Serve as a key member for Material Review Board (MRB) to oversee relevant energetics product/material non-conformance disposition for repair, rework, or scrap to include writing procedures for repair or rework.

Lead PFMEA team reviews and updates for products.

Lead entry-level engineers, technicians, and operation team members.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

Experience using Microsoft Office Suite

Experience using SolidWorks or other CAD

Qualifications We Prefer:

Demonstrated use of lean principles.

Experience with Lab View

GD&T Drawing techniques

Working knowledge of energetics, electromechanical assemblies and pressure vessels

Experience of Military / Aerospace procedures, specifications, regulations, AS9100

Process automation

Pressure systems and vessels

Familiarity with SAP, Solumina

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!

May be eligible for relocation.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:

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 network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.

Collins Aerospace, a 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.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

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 that’s redefining aerospace, every day!

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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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 bene