Mechanical Design Engineer II (ONSITE)

Date Posted:

2026-06-05



Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-NC-WINSTON SALEM-190 ~ 190 Oak Plaza Blvd ~ BLDG 190

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position.​ The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies business, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Our Interiors organization is committed to designing safe, efficient, and innovative cabin experiences. The Advanced Product Development (APD) team focuses on next‑generation technologies, concepts, and architectures that shape the future of aircraft seating and interior products.

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the development of advanced concepts, mechanisms, and prototypes for future premium seating and interior systems. This role is hands‑on, highly collaborative, and focused on early‑stage innovation through rapid design iteration and prototyping.

This is an onsite position in Winston Salem, North Carolina.

What you will do:

• Support design and development of new mechanical concepts from ideation through prototype build and evaluation.
• Create and iterate 3D CAD models and engineering drawings in Siemens NX to define mechanical components and assemblies.
• Perform engineering analyses, including strength calculations, tolerance analysis, kinematic evaluation, and material selection.
• Participate in and support prototype development, including hands‑on assembly, functional testing, and design troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams such as structures, industrial design, systems engineering, materials engineering, and operations.
• Contribute to design reviews and present technical findings, trade studies, and recommendations.
• Apply engineering tools and methodologies such as FMEA, DFMA, and FEA collaboration to support concept feasibility.
• Engage with suppliers to evaluate new materials, manufacturing processes, and emerging production technologies.
• Support transition of successful concepts to downstream product development teams while ensuring knowledge transfer and design intent continuity.

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
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role
• Previous experience of CAD design and / or CNC programming.

Qualifications we prefer:

• Experience in mechanical design within aerospace, automotive, consumer products, or other regulated industries.
• Experience with advanced prototyping techniques (additive manufacturing, rapid prototyping, prototype tooling, mock‑ups).
• Familiarity with FAA or other regulatory requirements.
• Working knowledge of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles.
• Experience with concept generation, innovation engineering, and early‑stage R&D environments.
• Understanding of materials such as aluminum alloys, titanium, engineered polymers, and composite structures.
• Proficiency with Siemens NX or similar parametric CAD systems.

What we offer: 

• 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! 

Learn More & Apply Now!

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team? 

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. Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. 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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