Senior Industrial Engineer (Onsite)

Company: RTX
Location: Wilson
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Date Posted: 2026-02-19 Country: United States of America Location: US-NC-WILSON-4200 ~ 4200 Airport Dr ~ BLDG 4200 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 We are seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer to drive manufacturing efficiency, optimize workflows and advance continuous improvement across our operations. This role will focus on process analysis, layout optimization, and the implementation of lean methodologies to enhance productivity and performance. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are driven to deliver operational excellence, we invite you to apply and join our team at Collins Aerospace in Wilson, NC —a global leader dedicated to saving lives through the design and manufacturing of fire protection systems for commercial and military aircraft and ground vehicles. What You Will Do: Analyze production workflows, facility layouts, and equipment utilization to improve efficiency and productivity. Develop, maintain, and optimize labor standards, routings, and work instructions. Conduct time studies, capacity analyses, line balancing, and ergonomic assessments. Identify waste, non-value-added activities, and improvement opportunities; implement corrective actions. Create and maintain value stream maps, process flow diagrams, and standard work documentation. Lead employee training and mentor team members on process improvements and standard work. Design and optimize factory layouts using DraftSight or AutoCAD to enhance production flow. Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean principles and methodologies. Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field Qualifications We Prefer: Certification or practical knowledge in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and process optimization principles Proficiency in DraftSight, AutoCAD, or equivalent software Manufacturing experience Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and data-driven decision-making skills Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across functions ROLE TYPE: *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. 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. 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! Learn More and Apply Now! Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today. 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. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

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