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- Location: Windsor Locks, Connecticut 06096
- Employment type: W-2 Hourly
- Work model: On-site
- Posted Yesterday
- Job ID: JPC - 211984
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Job Description
Manufacturing Engineer II - Mechanical (Aerospace/Defense)
Location: Onsite, 1st Shift | Windsor Locks, CT, USA | US Citizenship Required
Pay: $45/hr
About the Role
Collins Aerospace seeks a Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer to play a vital part in producing and continuously improving complex mechanical assemblies for aerospace, space, and maritime applications. In this hands-on, cross-functional role, you will drive process improvements, resolve production challenges, and ensure efficient manufacturing of high-precision hardware, such as heat exchangers, pumps, and accumulators.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for complex mechanical assemblies
- Create detailed work instructions, assembly procedures, and production documentation
- Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing and assembly issues in real time on the shop floor
- Design, develop, and modify assembly tooling, fixtures, and production aids
- Interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and tolerances to ensure manufacturability and quality
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance quality, productivity, and cost effectiveness
- Investigate manufacturing defects and nonconformances, perform root cause analysis, and execute corrective actions
- Collaborate across manufacturing, design engineering, quality, supply chain, and supplier engineering teams
- Support readiness for new product introductions and engineering changes
- Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations for project updates and process reviews
Required Skills and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in STEM discipline with 3+ years of mechanical manufacturing engineering experience
- Proven ability developing manufacturing processes, work instructions, and assembly procedures
- Experience supporting mechanical assembly, troubleshooting production issues, and implementing solutions
- Strong skills in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, tolerances, and specifications
- Proficient in process improvement, root cause analysis, and problem-solving in a production environment
Preferred Skills
- Aerospace, defense, or highly regulated manufacturing experience
- Familiarity with heat exchangers, pumps, fans, accumulators, or fluid-handling systems
- Knowledge of life support or thermal management systems
- Experience with 3D CAD software (Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA)
- Understanding of GD&T, mechanical tolerance analysis
- Background in welding, brazing, machining, or precision metal fabrication
- Exposure to MRP/ERP systems, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and ECO processes
Benefits
- Work alongside industry experts in a world-class aerospace production environment
- Direct impact on advanced aerospace, defense, and space programs
- Professional growth through cross-functional collaboration and exposure to cutting-edge technology
- Competitive hourly pay
- Opportunity to shape manufacturing excellence for mission-critical hardware
How to Apply
Ready to advance your manufacturing engineering career in the aerospace and defense sector? Submit your resume today to be considered for immediate interviews at our Windsor Locks, CT location.
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Job details
Job ID JPC - 211984
Location Windsor Locks, Connecticut, United States
Work Model On-site
Employment Type W-2 Hourly
Experience 3-5 years
Industry Defense - Aerospace
Pay Rate $43 - $45 (Hourly)
Posted October 28, 2026
Skills Manufacturing
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