Mechanical Design Engineer I (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-08-07



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-ND-JAMESTOWN-P1 ~ 2604 Highway 20 N ~ PLANT 1



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

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

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?

Collins Aerospace is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer I to perform product design for our airplane cargo systems under the guidance of senior mechanical design engineers. You will support a variety of basic activities in the discipline formulating designs, investigating design factors, developing preliminary layouts, conducting analysis, and making layouts of assemblies.

What You Will Do:

• Thoroughly review and understand product specifications and determine design requirements and scope of work.
• Generate design concepts in conformance with above and ensure that adequate trade studies and analyses are performed to arrive at optimum design configurations.
• Be proficient in CAD solid modeling to be able to prepare CAD Layouts and detail drawings.
• Coordinate with the Drafting group on preparation of drawings, perform initial engineering drawing check, and approve prior to release.
• Support design verification testing and coordinate with test department.
• Provide necessary engineering support for new hardware fabrication.
• Interface with all other functional groups and departments as required in the development of the product design.
• Use department computer technology in an independent and productive manner.
• Develop conceptual mechanical designs.
• Performs component and assembly design along with validation testing and documentation of Mechanical hardware to achieve cost, weight and environmental requirements.
• Executes value engineering, new product introduction, and production support projects.
• Establishes hardware design requirements traceability, flow down requirements, develop and test.
• Develops documentation of design via formal reports Prepares and presents designs for customer and certification authorities.
• DrivestheusageofappropriateLeanProductDevelopmenttoolstosupportcosteffective technical solutions with heavy focus on platform design, reuse and knowledge management.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) major obtained by start date.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. RTX will not offer sponsorship for this position

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Computer Aided Design (CAD) program experience
• Have a working knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes.

What We Offer:

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligibility

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Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for 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.

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 57,200 USD - 108,800 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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