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Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (onsite)-March 2024
Winston Salem
Mar 28, 2026
About Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (onsite)

  Date Posted:

  2024-01-19

  Country:

  United States of America

  Location:

  HNC32: US096-Winston-Salem (Oak Plaza 190 Oak Plaza Boulevard , Winston-Salem, NC, 27105 USA

  Position Role Type:

  Onsite

  We are hiring for a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer within our main cabin seating team at our Winston-Salem, NC facility.

  As a PDE, the candidate will be responsible for devising solutions for complex technical problems by applying advanced technical principles and concepts along with a multi-disciplinary approach. This person will serve as a spokesperson on advanced projects, act as an advisor to the engineering community and management, mentor other engineers and provide input for new work/proposals in the area of expertise.

  This is an Onsite position, relocation is available for qualified candidates.

  Primary Responsibilities:

  Coordinates with other organizations affected by design development to exchange information, ideas and techniques for design of product or processes.

  Designs major components or portions of a functional system, technically-advanced prototypes, and promotional or specific products that develop and improve products and facilitate engineering operations.

  Creates and presents designs in Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR) and Critical Design Reviews (CDR) to ensure effectiveness, viability and quality of designs.

  Trains, instructs, and provides technical guidance to other engineers to help them diagnose and solve problems and build technical and professional capabilities.

  Resolves design problems and makes recommendations to management to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of design activities.

  Designs with cost in mind to maximize cost saving opportunities and project profitability.

  Establishes design concepts, criteria and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration and test.

  Identifies and reacts to project problems and recommends/implements robust and timely solutions.

  Produce designs in accordance with customer requirements and company or industry-driven specifications.

  May manage moderately sized projects or processes.

  Typically viewed as subject-matter expert (SME) within discipline.

  Has advanced to expert knowledge of work area.

  Problems faced are difficult and often complex.

  Coaches, reviews, and delegates work.

  Qualifications/Experience Required:

  Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 8 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience

  Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. RTX will not offer sponsorship for this position.

  Preferred Qualifications:

  Experience in the design of mechanical systems for commercial aircraft seating products

  Experience in design using Siemens NX or other 2D/3D CAD software

  Experience working with Teamcenter or other Product Data Management (PDM) tools

  Experience working with Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles

  Experience with kaizen workshops or other lean activities

  Experience with updating or authoring standard work and processes

  Familiarity with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) requirements

  Experience with finite element analysis (FEA)

  Experience with Top Down Design methodology

  Experience with aircraft seating primary structures (frames)

  Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

  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.

  #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

  To qualify for the Raytheon Technologies, Re-Empower Program, candidates should:

  · 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

  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.

  WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

  *Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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.

  Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

  Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.

  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.

  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.

  Privacy Policy and Terms:

  Click on this link (http://www.rtx.com/privacy/Job-Applicant-Privacy-Notice) to read the Policy and Terms

  Raytheon Technologies 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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