Program/Product Engineer II (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-07-17 Country: United States of America Location: US-CO-PUEBLO-050 ~ 50 William White Blvd ~ BLDG 50 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. The Program (Product) Engineer II is responsible for managing and monitoring the manufacturing-related processes for carbon-carbon brakes for aerospace applications, qualifying new technology and aircraft programs into production, and providing hands-on leadership in the identification of sources of process/product variation. The Program Engineer will also identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives, typically aimed at improving product performance, reducing process variation and product cost. They will work directly with all levels of staff from production floor to senior leadership to ensure production material meets all necessary quality standards while still maintaining on-time delivery goals. What You Will Do: Collaborates with plant and engineering staff to identify possible chemical or materials engineering tool-related problems. Designs and plans layout of equipment to optimize the chemical and materials engineering processes. Ongoing production monitoring and troubleshooting of problems associated with all assigned aircraft programs. Performs laboratory studies of steps in the manufacturing of new products and tests proposed processes in small scale operations such as a pilot plant to ensure feasibility and viability. Determines appropriate methods for fabricating and joining materials to develop and optimize materials for use in engineering design. Monitors material performance and evaluate material deterioration to ensure required specifications are met. Designs, develops and tests metallic and non-metallic structures or materials and their related fabrication processes for use in engineering designs. Research to develop new and improved chemical manufacturing processes. Analyze, research, design and develop materials and their related fabrication and application processes to develop and optimize materials for use in engineering design of and/or application in structures, systems and subsystems. Performs material analyses that include, but are not limited to, failure analysis of components, systems and subsystems, life predictions, and definition and requirement specifications. Applies principles of chemistry, physics, and material behavior to develop metallic, non­metallic and composite material and processing specifications, fabrication and assembly processes. May review and approve material processing procedures. Continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing cost and reducing process variation. Liaison interdepartmentally within Pueblo regarding production issues associated with their aircraft programs. Liaison between Troy, the other carbon sites, and Pueblo regarding support/information associated with their aircraft programs. Responsible for maintaining and/or writing of specs and drawings for all assigned aircraft programs at the AMF level and below. Participate in Continuous Improvement activities. Complete other duties as assigned. Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field. Experience as a chemical, process, or product engineer. Qualifications You Prefer: Formal education in Chemical or Material Science Engineering 2-5 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing engineering environment Aerospace Manufacturing experience Aircraft program and/or project management experience Data mining experience Experience in technical writing and management presentations What We Offer: Benefits:  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!    This role may be eligible for relocation. Learn More & Apply Now! Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course, that wouldn’t be possible without the capabilities and technol