Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing EngineerWe are seeking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team at Riverside - CA facility. The Manufacturing Engineer will support the production of advanced composite and metallic structures used on commercial and military programs. This role supports Collins Aerospace's Riverside Center of Excellence for composite bonding and focuses on stabilizing, sustaining, and improving production processes.The successful candidate will learn and apply engineering fundamentals to optimize composite fabrication processes, resolve production issues, improve quality, and reduce cost. This position is hands-on and shop?floor–focused, working daily with operators, cross?functional engineers, and manufacturing leadership.What You Will DoAssist and train assemblers in composite fabrication operations including, layup, laser projection, ply cutting/kitting, CNC machining, tooling, robotic automation, and related bonding processes.Create, maintain, and improve manufacturing documentation such as routings, bills of materials, visual work instructions, and standard work.Ensure manufacturing processes comply with EHS, quality, and engineering specifications.Investigate and resolve production issues using data analysis, root cause methods, and corrective action planning.Use data analytics and SPC tools to improve productivity, FPY, and operational performance metrics.Participate in PFMEA, control plans, tool design reviews, and continuous improvement activities.Identify opportunities for process optimization, cycle?time reduction, automation, and digital manufacturing solutions.Collaborate with operations, quality, design engineering, and suppliers on daily production support and technical projects.Assist senior engineers in initiatives related to design changes, equipment upgrades, MRB activities, and manufacturing readiness.Qualifications you Must HaveTypically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and less than 2 years prior relevant experience.Experience in interpreting engineering drawings, process specifications, technical reports, and work instructions.Experience in MS Office and project management.Experience with Continuous improvement tools (LEAN, Six Sigma, etc).Ability to follow established procedures and adapt equipment or process concepts to production needs.Qualifications We PreferStrong analytical, problem?solving, multitasking, and organizational skills.Experience with CATIA V5/V6 or 3DExperience; familiarity with Composite Workbench or FiberSim NX.Exposure to autoclave/oven programming, ply cutters, laser systems, or dimensional inspection tools.Knowledge of composite inspection (NDI) techniques.Experience with high?rate composite manufacturing methods (AFP, RTM, compression molding, thermoplastics).Hands?on composite fabrication experience through coursework, internships, student projects, or prior shop?floor work.What We OfferMedical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursement programStudent Loan Repayment ProgramLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,?critical illness?insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsOvia Health, fertility, and family planningAdoption AssistanceAutism BenefitEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessionsHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards programDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsBright Horizons, child and elder care servicesTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion programAnd more!