Manufacturing Engineering Manager (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-10-21



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-TX-SAN MARCOS-2005 ~ 2005 Technology Wy ~ TECHNOLOGY



Position Role Type:

Onsite



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

The company will offer immigration sponsorship for this position, if needed.​ The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.



Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required



Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world's 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.

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead the Manufacturing Engineering organization in a high-mix, high-volume precision metal-mechanical manufacturing environment.

This leader will establish and execute the site's Manufacturing Engineering strategy, driving process capability, productivity, industrialization, capacity, manufacturing technology, and continuous improvement.

We welcome candidates from aerospace, automotive, industrial equipment, energy, medical devices, and other advanced manufacturing industries who bring strong technical expertise, proven leadership, and measurable operational results.

This role is onsite in Greater Austin, facility - TX

This position is open for sponsorship. Relocation assistance will be provided.

What You Will Do

• Develop and execute Manufacturing Engineering strategy to support safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, capacity, and growth.
• Align engineering specifications, manufacturing processes, technical data, and shop-floor execution.
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Program Management, suppliers, and other sites to resolve constraints and improve results.
• Optimize processes, labor, equipment, tooling, capacity, cycle time, and asset utilization.
• Improve process capability, productivity, scrap, rework, cost, and delivery performance.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement practices, including standard work, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, PFMEA, and structured problem solving.
• Lead manufacturing technology, automation, tooling, equipment, and capital investments.
• Establish Manufacturing Engineering KPIs and strengthen technical standards, documentation, and ERP/MES systems.
• Lead manufacturing readiness for new products, engineering changes, transfers, and production rate increases.
• Develop engineering talent through coaching, standardization, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
• 8+ years of progressive Manufacturing Engineering experience, including team leadership.
• Experience in continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma.
• Experience with complex processes such as CNC machining, metal fabrication, welding, assembly, finishing, or heat treatment.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Ability to influence cross-functional teams, senior leaders, and multiple sites.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of SAP, ERP/MES, manufacturing data systems, PFMEA, SPC, MSA, DOE, and root-cause analysis.
• Demonstrated success driving accountability, organizational change, and measurable business results.
• Proven ability to lead engineering teams and partner with Operations to improve capacity, productivity, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Aerospace Engineering.
• Track record of improving productivity, quality, delivery, and manufacturing cost.
• Experience with automation, tooling, standardization, value-stream mapping, single-piece flow, and mixed-model manufacturing.
• New product introduction, industrialization, process transfers, and production rate increases.
• Lean or Six Sigma certification.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience, including familiarity with AS9100, NADCAP, FAA, or other applicable regulatory requirements.

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!

Learn More & Apply Now!​

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.

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 118,300 USD - 224,900 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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