Manufacturing Engineer II - Final Product Testing (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-06-26



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-CT-CHESHIRE-250 ~ 250 Knotter Dr ~ GOODRICH CORP



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.

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II to support Final Product Testing, including Multi‑Axis Rate Table operations, and Thermal/Vibration ESS processes. This role will provide hands‑on technical ownership of high‑reliability test operations, drive process improvements, and ensure robust product screening for performance and durability.

Why Cheshire? We build precision inertial products that support some of the world’s most important missions. Our site culture is collaborative, fast-paced, and focused on continuous improvement. Your ideas will be heard, and your impact will be seen.  

Mission: Deliver high-reliability inertial products with uncompromising quality and on-time performance.  

Vision: Be the premier inertial manufacturing site—known for innovation, operational excellence, and a skilled, empowered workforce. 

This is an onsite role in Cheshire, CT and is NOT eligible for relocation assistance.  

What You’ll Do:  

• Serve as subject‑matter expert for Final Product Testing, including functional test systems, acceptance test procedures, data acquisition, and configuration control.
• Own and support operations for Multi‑Axis Rate Tables (MART), including rate table setup, troubleshooting, and performance monitoring.
• Lead and maintain Thermal and Vibration ESS processes to ensure consistent screening, environmental compliance, and high product reliability.
• Respond to daily production needs by diagnosing test failures, performing structured root‑cause analysis, and implementing sustainable corrective actions.
• Develop and update manufacturing documentation including work instructions and process flows.
• Analyze test and ESS data to identify trends, optimize test limits, and drive process capability improvements.
• Partner with Design Engineering, Quality, and Operations to ensure test coverage meets product and customer specifications.
• Support NPI efforts by developing test methods, validating equipment, and qualifying new or updated test processes.
• Participate in equipment upgrades, rate table maintenance planning, calibration scheduling, and ESS chamber reliability programs.
• Promote a safe working environment and ensure adherence to EH&S, AS9100, and customer‑driven requirements.

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 with final product environmental testing

Qualifications We Prefer

• Demonstrated hands‑on experience with Multi‑Axis Rate Tables, rotational test systems, or inertial measurement test platforms.
• Strong understanding of functional test equipment, electrical troubleshooting, sensors, and data acquisition systems.
• Experience with Thermal and Vibration ESS, environmental chambers, vibration tables, and test instrumentation.
• Ability to apply structured root‑cause and problem‑solving methodologies.
• Proficiency with engineering documentation systems, MS Office, and data analysis tools.
• Aerospace, Defense, or other regulated manufacturing environment experience.
• Familiarity with IMUs, gyros, actuators, motion control components, or inertial sensors.
• Understanding of HALT/HASS, qualification testing, and reliability engineering principles.
• Lean/Six Sigma training or certification.
• Experience with automated test software (LabVIEW, Python test frameworks, instrumentation control).

Additional Competencies We Value

• Strong analytical and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent communication and ability to collaborate across production, engineering, and quality teams.
• Ability to support hands‑on testing in a high‑mix, high‑precision, fast‑paced environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset with ownership of results and processes.

Learn More & Apply Now!  

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be.

Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customers succeed today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.  

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.  

*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 lead to limitless possibilities. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.   

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day. 

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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