Materials Engineer II (Hybrid - Aguadilla, PR)

Role details

Date Posted: 2026-10-16

 Country: United States of America

 Location: US-PR-AGUADILLA-110 ~ Rd 110 N Km 28.8 ~ RD110

 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 At RTX, the world's 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.

Collins Aerospace’s Global Engineering & Technology Center in Puerto Rico (GETC‑PR) is looking to hire a Materials Engineer to collaborate with the Landing Systems Materials team. This role contributes to materials engineering activities that include Manufacturing Process Reviews, Materials of Concern (MOC) analysis, REACh/TSCA compliance, and support for MPS and MCB activities. It supports production, regulatory tasks, supplier interactions, and new product introduction while ensuring alignment with engineering and quality requirements.

Foundational metallurgical experience is beneficial at this level to support material evaluations, supplier documentation reviews, and understanding of basic special‑process requirements. This position will sit 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 remote following the schedule assigned by the Manager.

What YOU will do

Support manufacturing planning reviews, work transfers, customer requests, work packages, and process troubleshooting. Perform specification decomposition and part decomposition activities. Ensure compliance with global materials regulations, including REACh and TSCA. Conduct Materials of Concern (MOC) analysis. Assist with MPS review activities, including documentation evaluations, basic material certification reviews, and assessments of supplier special processes such as forging, machining, heat treatment, plating, and coating. Support the Materials Control Board (MCB) by evaluating materials-related discrepancies and providing input for review decisions.

Prepare, review, and approve engineering procedures, specifications, and technical documentation. Participate in multidisciplinary problem-solving teams using RRCA techniques. Collaborate effectively with global engineering teams, suppliers, and customers to support product and process improvements. Maintain clear and continuous communication with internal teams, business partners, and customers. Travel up to 10% of the time domestically and internationally as required. 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 people 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 2 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field Experience with Microsoft 365 tools. Experience or familiarity with REACh, Teamcenter, ViCi, and CAD materials annotations. 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. Qualifications We Prefer: Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Materials, or Metallurgical Engineering. Foundational knowledge of metallurgy, including material behavior, heat treatment principles, and interpretation of metallurgical data. Ability to support metallurgical reviews under the guidance of senior engineers and the Technical Lead. Experience working with manufacturing processes, materials, and regulatory compliance activities. Experience interfacing with various stakeholders, including suppliers and customers, across all organizational levels.

Knowledge or experience with CAD tools such as Catia V5, NX, and EPEC PLM Teamcenter. Experience reading engineering drawings and material specifications. Exposure to materials testing, including hardness, tensile, microstructure, or corrosion evaluation. Programming knowledge in Python or MATLAB.

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. Join our growing engineering 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.

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