Date Posted:2025-10-17Country:United States of AmericaLocation:HCA21: Aerostructures - Chula Vista 850 Lagoon Blvd, Chula Vista, CA, 91910 USAPosition Role Type:OnsiteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62Security Clearance: None/Not RequiredCollins Aerospace is seeking an experienced Repair Engineering professional with deep knowledge and highly developed technical expertise. In this role, you will independently resolve complex customer inquiries and issues to meet and exceed customer service levels. You will design and approve complex structural repairs, ensuring compliance with certified type design and airworthiness (FAA/EASA) requirements, while minimizing aircraft downtime.This position works primarily onsite and may occasionally require weekend or holiday support as needed.  Relocation assistance is available.What You Will Do:<ul><li>Independently design and approve complex repairs and provide technical solutions to minimize aircraft downtime on all Collins Aerostructures commercial nacelle hardware that comply with certified type design and airworthiness (FAA/EASA) requirements.</li><li>Manage multiple complex customer inquiries (repairs) and lead cross-functional teams to resolve customer requests efficiently and effectively.</li><li>Take ownership of situations and proactively drive resolution of customer inquiries to ensure team and program goals are met.</li><li>Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, serving as a technical expert within the organization.</li><li>Lead initiatives and make recommendations to management to improve turnaround times, enhance customer experience, and strengthen communication and documentation to improve service levels, in collaboration with other functional groups.</li></ul>Qualifications You Must Have:<ul><li>Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience.</li><li>Experience in development of aircraft metallic and/or composite repairs.</li><li>Knowledge in technical understanding of maintenance, repair, overhaul, and regulatory requirements in the commercial aircraft industry.</li><li>Experience in development of aircraft metallic and/or composite repairs</li><li>Knowledge in technical understanding of maintenance, repair, overhaul, and regulatory requirements in the commercial aircraft industry.</li><li>Ability to communicate well with internal and external customers and be driven to achieve customer satisfaction.</li><li>Ability to serve as the key point of contact for internal and external customers on complex technical issues.</li><li>Ability to work with all levels of maintenance, engineering, and management personnel.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment with time-constraint handling multiple repair tasks</li><li>Excellent technical writing and PC skills</li></ul>Qualifications We Prefer:<ul><li>Experience supporting MRB, MRO, or field repair environments.</li><li>Familiarity with FAA/EASA certification and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Proven ability to manage complex technical issues and deliver timely customer-focused solutions.</li><li>Strong leadership, communication, and mentorship skills.</li><li>Proficiency with standard engineering tools and software such as MS Office, CATIA V and FiberSim skills.</li><li>Detailed understanding of nacelle systems.</li><li>Familiarity with specialty manufacturing processes for aerospace components.</li></ul>About Collins AerospaceCollins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a global leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the aerospace and defense industry. We work at the forefront of innovation to solve our customers’ toughest challenges and shape the future of flight. At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibilities. Join us and help redefine aerospace — every day.WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.* Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying 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.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.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·  And more! 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 112,000 USD - 224,000 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 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. 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