Operations engineer Jobs in Tempe, AZ

Date Posted : 2026-01-22

Country :

United States of America

Location :

US-AZ-PHOENIX-1007 ~ 1007 E University Dr ~ 1007 E UNIVERSITY DR

Position Role Type : Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements :

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program / contract.

Security Clearance Type :

None / Not Required

Security Clearance Status :

Not Required

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Engineer to support site-level transition activities as part of our broader Separation Management Plan (SMP). In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the successful execution of manufacturing operations impacted by divestiture or separation activities.

In this position, you will serve as the engineering liaison at the site level, coordinating closely with central program teams, technical subject matter experts, and local operations leadership. Your work will help ensure all transition tasks are completed accurately, efficiently, and in alignment with contractual, regulatory, and business requirements.

This is a unique opportunity to gain exposure to complex, customer-driven strategic initiatives while contributing to a highly visible business transition within the aerospace manufacturing environment.

What You Will Do

Execute assigned site-level tasks supporting manufacturing separation and divestiture activities under the SMP.

Serve as the primary engineering point of contact between site operations and central separation program teams.

Coordinate cross-functional actions involving engineering and programs.

Support accurate documentation, tracking, and closure of transition deliverables.

Ensure separation activities are executed in compliance with contractual obligations, internal procedures, and regulatory standards.

Identify risks, gaps, or execution challenges and escalate appropriately with recommended solutions.

Participate in reviews, audits, and readiness assessments related to separation milestones.

Support continuous communication to ensure alignment across all stakeholders throughout the transition process.

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.

Prior engineering experience within a manufacturing or assembly environment.

Qualifications We Prefer

Electrical engineering experience and / or actuation product experience is preferred.

Experience supporting manufacturing operations in a regulated environment (e.g., aerospace, defense, or industrial manufacturing).

Familiarity with production processes, shop floor execution, and manufacturing documentation.

Experience coordinating cross-functional activities across engineering, quality, supply chain, and operations.

Experience working on transition, transfer, or site integration activities is a plus.

Proficiency with standard engineering and manufacturing systems (e.g., ERP / MRP, PLM, or document control tools).

What We Offer

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!

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

Role type definition :

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.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.