Engineer II, Structural Engineering (hybrid - puerto Rico)

Mechanical Design & Analysis Engineer

Collins Aerospace's Global Engineering & Technology Center in Puerto Rico (GETC-PR) is looking for a technically experienced Mechanical Design & Analysis Engineer like you, to analyze and design major components or major portions of functional systems, technically advanced prototypes, and specific products using computer design and engineering systems. You will also conduct solid structural and thermal analysis of functional systems, technically advanced prototypes, and specific products using FEA software.

This position will sit at our Aguadilla, PR location. Candidate must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered. This role is categorized as hybrid, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote following the schedule assigned by the Manager.

What you will do:

• Perform strength, fatigue, and fracture analyses of Landing Gear structural components.
• Strong understanding of failure modes including but not limited to Strength, Fatigue and Buckling.
• Construct and analyze finite element structural models using ABAQUS and/or ANSYS software.
• Construct beam "stick" models and generate internal loads using NASTRAN.
• Perform preliminary sizing and detailed analysis of major structural components using classical hand analysis and FEA methods in support of preliminary design effort and formal drawing release.
• Assist with preliminary design trade studies.
• Prepare high quality detailed stress reports for customer review and MRB support.
• Review drawings with other company disciplines and provide structures input.
• Analyze structural repairs for landing gear and systems structural components.
• Ensure compliance with established engineering methodologies.
• Communicate and make technical presentations to internal and external customers.

What you will learn:

• You will learn about our growing engineering team in Puerto Rico; what we do? Who do we support? How do we work?
• You will learn the technologies of today and tomorrow which we count on to maintain world leadership in the aerospace industry.
• You will learn why people enjoy themselves and feel fulfilled by working in our industry.

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.
• Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English (verbal and written).
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications we prefer:

• Knowledge in CATIA, Siemens NX, Visio, SolidWorks software.
• Knowledge in NX NASTRAN, ANSYS tools and/or ABAQUS FEA software.
• Knowledge in MATHCAD, and/or MATLAB.
• Experience interacting with Mechanical/Electrical Computer Aided Design Resources (MCAD and ECAD).
• Experience interacting with configuration management (CM).
• Knowledge and experience working Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), Tolerance Stack up Calculation, Weight Analysis, etc.
• Teamcenter (or other collaboration space) knowledge.
• SAP knowledge is valuable.
• Experience in Thermal Sciences is a plus.
• EVMS experience and knowledge is a plus.
• Project management /MS Project knowledge.

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.
• Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• And more!

Join our growing team in Puerto Rico, where you will provide critical support to all Collins SBUs, working on exciting programs and projects ranging from the development of the next generation of advanced concept ejection seats to the latest technologies for the U.S. warfighter.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

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.

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.