Principal Mechanical Design Engineer IV(Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-11-06 Country: United States of America Location: US-ND-JAMESTOWN-P1 ~ 2604 Highway 20 N ~ PLANT 1 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 At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. A Principal Mechanical Engineer will be working in a focused, cross-functional team of engineers developing highly reliable products which meet customer specified requirements/expectations at the lowest competitive cost. The individual will be responsible for leading a team of engineers on development projects and oversee the work of engineers supporting the project. What You Will Do: Generate design concepts in conformance with requirements and ensure that adequate trade studies and analyses are performed to arrive at optimum design configurations. Designs and reviews layouts, designs, and drawings for functionality, completeness, and manufacturability. Reviews designs for conformity to standards, procedures, and specifications. Performs final engineering drawing check for approval to release. Manage and be responsible for work assignments for lower-level engineers. Provides technical leadership and assists in training/mentoring of less experienced engineers. Interfaces and communicates with other engineering personnel, functional groups, and departments to coordinate the interrelated design and development for project success. Review and understand product specifications and determine design requirements and scope of work. Perform estimates of effort and duration for tasks. Work with Systems Engineers and IPT on requirements convergence planning. Perform tolerance analyses on components and assemblies to ensure proper fit/function. Provide basic stress analysis and free body diagrams of conceptual designs for initial sizing of parts. Advanced in CAD solid modeling techniques to prepare component and assembly models. Designs and implements common procedures and standard work across the organization to optimize efficiency and quality. Writing test requests, supporting design verification testing, and coordinating with test department. Experience with materials properties/selection and experience with manufacturing processes. Qualifications You Must Have:  Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience Qualifications We Prefer: Experience in aerospace mechanical design product development Strong experience with detailed design using 3D solid modeling software (NX experience preferred) Experience in ANSI ASME Y14.5 and GD&T FAA/EASA certification/regulation experience 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 Carrot Health to hormonal health, fertility, and family building 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 & Apply Now! At Collins Aerospace, 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. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?  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. 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 aerospac