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Collins Aerospace · 2 weeks ago

Mechanical Advisory Engineer – Bearing & Tribology Specialist (Hybrid)

Rockford, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$147K/yr - $295K/yr

10+ years exp

Collins Aerospace is a leader in aerospace technology and innovation. They are seeking a Mechanical Advisory Engineer to serve as the bearings expert within their Power Generation Engineering team, providing technical authority for bearing technologies and guiding engineering standards.

AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide technical support for generator bearing design, analysis, and testing for both new and legacy products, including: bearing sizing and arrangement selection; B10 life calculations and reliability analysis; squeeze film damping and rotor dynamic behavior; and lubrication system integration and performance

Support product bearing failure investigations and ensure root causes are accurately diagnosed and corrective actions implemented

Interface with management, suppliers, customers, and product line engineers, communicating technical findings and recommendations

Collaborate with internal manufacturing sites and external suppliers to resolve production challenges and improve bearing system performance

Establish and promote engineering standards, best practices, and technical guidance for the entire department

Contribute to cross-functional design reviews, testing protocols, and qualification activities

Act as a technical mentor, supporting team knowledge growth and capability building

Qualification

Bearing design expertiseMechanical analysisAerospace applications experienceD39 software proficiencySupplier collaborationFailure investigationTechnical mentoringCross-functional collaboration

Required

Requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience

Preferred

Demonstrated knowledge and hands-on experience with high-speed rolling element bearings in aerospace applications

Proficiency in tools such as D39 (Collins' HS Jones bearing design) and/or ADORE software

Experience supporting aerospace mechanical systems across the full product life cycle, including design, production, and in-service support

Proven history of working with bearing suppliers, such as Barden, Timken, SKF, NHBB, or similar industry leaders

Extensive experience in rotating machinery or mechanical systems within aerospace or similar high-performance industries

Strong foundation in mechanical analysis, reliability, failure investigation, and supplier collaboration

Benefits

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!