Collins Aerospace · 6 hours ago
Principal Manufacturing Engineer (Onsite)
Rockford, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$108K/yr - $204K/yr
5+ years expCollins Aerospace is seeking a Principal Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering to join their Mechanical Power Conversion organization in Rockford, IL. This highly technical role involves driving manufacturing innovation, process excellence, and technology advancement across aerospace product lines, while providing leadership and guidance in advanced manufacturing technologies and process improvements.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Technical Leadership: Act as the technical authority for assembly, test, paint, and inspection processes within the Mechanical Power Conversion group—setting standards for process capability, repeatability, and performance
Advanced Manufacturing: Identify, develop, and deploy automation, robotics, and smart manufacturing solutions to improve quality, reduce cost, and enhance throughput
Process Ownership: Lead process design, validation, and control activities to ensure manufacturing readiness for new programs and continuous improvement for existing lines
Design for Manufacturability (DFM): Partner with Design Engineering and Operations to influence product architecture, ensuring optimal manufacturability and lifecycle cost
Technology Strategy: Define and execute the roadmap for manufacturing process technology—assessing emerging trends, leading proof-of-concept initiatives, and engaging with equipment suppliers and integrators
Operational Support: Provide high-level technical support for production operations, leveraging root cause and corrective action (RCCA), statistical process control (SPC), and data analytics to resolve complex issues
Project Leadership: Serve as technical lead or work package owner for cross-functional projects involving new process introduction, equipment installation, and automation integration
Mentorship and Development: Provide guidance and technical mentoring to manufacturing engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement
CORE/Lean Leadership: Champion the use of Lean and CORE principles to drive process optimization and operational excellence
Qualification
Required
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
Working engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
Preferred
Experience leading complex process development or automation initiatives in an aerospace or high-precision manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of assembly and test processes for mechanical or electromechanical systems
Demonstrated expertise in automation, torque tool, robotics integration, or mechatronic systems
Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and influencing design-to-production transitions
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and data-driven process improvement methodologies
Knowledge of PFMEA, process validation, SPC, and RCCA practices
Familiarity with CORE operating system or equivalent structured continuous improvement framework
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!
Company
Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace is an RTX business.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-07-21Acquired
Leadership Team
Brad Haselhorst
Vice President and General Manager, Interior Products
Greg Gernhardt
VP Boeing Programs
Recent News
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