Senior Industrial Engineer

Date Posted: 2026-07-08 Country: United States of America Location: US-NC-WILSON-4200 ~ 4200 Airport Dr ~ BLDG 4200 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. We are seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer to drive manufacturing efficiency, optimize workflows and advance continuous improvement across our operations. This role will focus on process analysis, layout optimization, and the implementation of lean methodologies to enhance productivity and performance. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are driven to deliver operational excellence, we invite you to apply and join our team at Collins Aerospace in Wilson, NC—a global leader dedicated to saving lives through the design and manufacturing of fire protection systems for commercial and military aircraft and ground vehicles. What You Will Do: Analyze production workflows, facility layouts, and equipment utilization to improve efficiency and productivity. Develop, maintain, and optimize labor standards, routings, and work instructions. Conduct time studies, capacity analyses, line balancing, and ergonomic assessments. Identify waste, non-value-added activities, and improvement opportunities; implement corrective actions. Create and maintain value stream maps, process flow diagrams, and standard work documentation. Lead employee training and mentor team members on process improvements and standard work. Design and optimize factory layouts using DraftSight or AutoCAD to enhance production flow. Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean principles and methodologies. Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations with a minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field with a minimum 3 years of experience. Manufacturing experience U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62 Qualifications We Prefer: Certification or practical knowledge in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and process optimization principles Proficiency in DraftSight, AutoCAD, or equivalent software Problem-solving, analytical, and data-driven decision-making skills Communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across functions 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!  May be eligible for relocation.   Learn More & Apply Now!    Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:   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.   Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.  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 le