Principal Materials Engineer - Composites (Onsite)

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The Materials Engineering group supports the the material development, supplier quality and sustaining function, that assists multiple areas of the business (e.g. Technology development, New Product Introduction, Production processes, Supply Chain, Business Development, Customer Support, etc.) on a daily basis.  The Materials Engineering function requires a unique skill set, including chemistry and chemical engineering specialties or experience in polymer science, composites, elastomers, urethanes, cements, adhesives, yarns, fabrics, surface technology and joining of metals. This blend of materials engineering skills focuses on these materials and processes to provide the ice protection performance that has made Goodrich Ice Protection Systems a world leader. The Materials Engineering function is considered a core competency of the Ice Protection BU. Materials Engineering is also responsible for REACH, RoHS, EH&S while creating and maintaining the intellectual property and the trade secrets of material recipes used in Ice Protection Systems.  

This role may be eligible for relocation.

What You Will Do:

• Provide composites and structural adhesives solutions to enhance performance of products and support New Product Development efforts for Ice Protection, Specialty Heating & Potable Water Solutions
• Provide support to the Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Sustaining organizations via reformulation or by leading and/or assisting cross-functional teams with troubleshooting activities, materials selection, and process improvements
• Develop and execute test plans to validate material properties, processes, and design robustness to service-life conditions
• Plan and facilitate the transition of material supplier changes, locations and processing methods
• Facilitate Design Assurance, Qualification, Materials strength and processing capability, and First Article Inspection builds
• Summarize and document test findings in accordance with Collins Aerospace procedures
• Support Corporate Global Chemical Compliance initiatives, such as REACh and RoHS, by ensuring current and future materials meet or exceed regulations. Reformulate materials as needed for compliance

Travel:

         10 – 20  

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 8 years prior relevant industrial experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of industrial experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of industrial experience with aerospace composites
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract    
• Proven track record with materials development, processing and testing of aerospace composites (e.g., epoxies, urethanes, surface preparation, etc.).   
• Proven track record of utilizing Lean and Six Sigma tools (such as DOE and SPC) to drive experiments and decision-making. 
• Proven track record of polymer or composite material test method development to validate application suitability and long-term reliability.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• B.S. or M.S (preferred). in Materials Engineering, Polymer Engineering, or Chemical Engineering
• Proven track record of using DFMEA and PFMEA, in order to develop test plans, drive continuous improvement, and solve problems, using tools such as RCCA.
• Familiarity with using JMP or Minitab statistical software.
•  Knowledge of thermoplastic composites preferred.

What We Offer

Benefits

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 
• This role may be eligible for relocation
•  And more!  

Learn More & Apply Now!​

Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.  

reempowerprogram 

This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program.  The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey.  Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience.  Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.  

Minimum Program Qualifications: 

• Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application 
• Have prior experience in functional area of interest 
• Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position 

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? 

Role Type Definitions:

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 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.  

The salary range for this role is 96,000 USD - 200,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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