Materials Engineer I (Hybrid-Puerto Rico)

Date Posted:

2025-07-03

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HPR01: Collins Puerto Rico- Aguadilla Road 110 North Km 28.8 San Antonio Industrial Park, Aguadilla, PR, 00603 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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:

None/Not Required

The Materials Engineer analyzes, researches, designs and develops materials, and their related fabrication and application processes, to optimize materials for use in engineering design and/or application in structures, systems and subsystems.

Work with different sites to assure compliance within the different global regulations like REACH, ROHS, etc. The candidate will learn and work within the Global Chemical Substances (GCS) Compliance Team involved but not limited to Customer Request activities, Work Transfer, Materials BOM Decomposition, etc. The candidate has to would perform material analyses that include, but are not limited to, failure analysis of components, systems and subsystems, data management, life predictions, and definition and requirement specifications. Applies principles of chemistry, physics, mechanics and material behavior to develop metallic, non-metallic, and composite material and processing specifications, fabrication and assembly processes.

This position will be at our Aguadilla, PR location. You 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 0remote following the schedule assigned by the Manager.

What YOU will do:

• Assemble specification de-composition and part decomposition.
• Assure compliance with several CAS# parts in different Global Regulations like REACH, TSCA, Etc.
• Provide 2-way feedback on technical issues to Rockford IL, Windsor Locks CT, and GETC's like Poland Engineering and PR Operations and Development programs.
• Support process improvement and maintain continues communication with his/her Sr Engineer.
• Perform Materials of Concern (MOC) Analysis.
• Data Management and integration.
• Some data analytics and tool development would be necessary.

What YOU will learn:

• You will learn about our growing engineering team in Puerto Rico; What we do? Who we support? How 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 employees enjoy 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.

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Qualifications We Prefer:

• Mechanical and/or Chemical and/or Materials Engineering Degree, preferred
• Experience working Manufacturing process, materials, regulations is a plus.
• Experience in Siemens NX, Visio, Solidworks, is a plus.
• Experience interacting with Mechanical/Electrical Computer Aided Design Resources (MCAD and ECAD) is a value.
• Experience working with Teamcenter and/or SAP is a plus.
• Knowledge and Experience working Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• We value the knowledge in different analysis like fungus, fluids, structures, etc.
• Programming knowledge on Python, or MATLAB, Power Automate, Power BI is a big value
• Knowledge in metals, structures, polymers and composites and regulations is a big value.

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

Learn More & Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, 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.

In January 2021, Collins Aerospace expanded into a new Global Engineering & Technology Center (GETC) facility in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, with plans to continuously hire over the next 5 years.

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.

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

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.

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.

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