NPI Manufacturing Engineer

Date Posted: 2026-07-23 Country: United States of America Location: US-IL-ROCKFORD-P1 ~ 2421 11th St ~ 2421 11TH ST-P1 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'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. Within the framework of the RTX Lifecycle Program Management System(RLPM) Gates A through D and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), the NPI Manufacturing Engineer , analyzes and modifies product designs in collaboration with Design Engineering to assure manufacturability. Develops design, selection, specification, and optimization of the required equipment, fixtures, tooling, gaging, processes, and operations. Determines other technical matters required to make a given product according to the desired volume, timetable, cost, quality level, and other specifications. Includes the monitoring of established processes via data collection for statistical analysis purposes as well as the use of various continuous improvement enablers. May evaluate manufacturing capability and provide technical support at the supply base. The ability to effectively influence high performance teams, consistent with Collins Aerospace corporate and Operations Core Values, will be key to the success of this individual. What You Will Do Designs and develops manufacturing processes for products, taking into consideration problems inherent in the transfer of technology from research to manufacturing. Such design and development may include new or revised processes. Develops procedures for the economical mass production in cooperation with pilot-plant and production departments. Conducts tests and measurements throughout stages of production to determine control over applicable variables; and services, troubleshoots and solves production process problems with processes or equipment already in operation. Reviews field support requirements and recommends tools and test equipment. Determines maintenance and repair materials required for deployment. May make recommendations concerning acquisition and use of new technological equipment and materials.  Provides guidance for engineering regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.  Analyzes designs and provides feedback and suggested changes for component layouts.  Consulted for the quality of new designs relative to compatibility to the intended manufacturing processes. Supports and/or facilitates MT&BP (Manufacturing Transition & Build Plan), DTC+ (Design to Cost Plus), Producibility Tenets Leads and/or supports activities involving variability reduction to identify and mitigate process and product risk (DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plan, etc.). Works autonomously with limited oversight from manager.  Influences others regarding policies, practices and procedures Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) Excellent written and oral communication skills along with the ability to work in a team environment Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Qualifications We Prefer Self-directed; strong planning and organizational skills, able adapt to changing priorities and assignments. Exposure to ERP systems, SAP preferred.  Experience with the practical application of Lean/Six Sigma or APQP principles and team leadership experience is desired Understanding and Experience utilizing APQP Tools Strong peer leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.  Drives improvement utilizing lean principles and Design for Manufacturing tools and concepts.  Effective with Engineering programs, such as, Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Additive Manufacturing. techniques (3D printing), and Solidworks. Experienced with government and regulatory body requirements, such as, FAA, FDA, DOE, DoD, etc. 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   A