Lead Engineer

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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.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will lead Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE), Should Costing, Tear-down Analysis, Debugging, and Reverse Engineering initiatives across multiple aircraft interior electro-mechanical products.

You will be responsible for developing accurate should-cost models, identifying value engineering opportunities, driving cost reduction initiatives and supporting strategic sourcing decisions.

You will collaborate closely with cross functional teams, including Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Global Trade (GT) and Logistics to deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions while maintaining quality, performance and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Value Engineering (VAVE) & Cost Optimization:

Lead Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) activities to identify and implement cost reduction opportunities without compromising product quality, reliability, or performance.
Develop innovative design and process improvement recommendations to optimize product cost and manufacturability.
Drive cross-functional cost reduction initiatives in collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Procurement teams.
Support strategic sourcing decisions through cost analysis and benchmarking.
Sound knowledge on mechanical engineering fundamentals, product design and drawing standards.
Interpret component drawings, assemblies, and BOMs; proficiency in CAD software (e.g., CATIA) and knowledge of Teamcenter/PLM preferred.
Optimize designs for manufacturability, performance and cost.
Exposure to electro-mechanical product design is a plus.

Should Costing & Cost Analysis:

Develop detailed should cost models for electro-mechanical components and assemblies using manufacturing process knowledge and cost estimation methodologies.
Perform cost breakdown analysis covering material, machining, fabrication, assembly, tooling, overhead and logistics costs.
Validate supplier quotations/Price through should cost analysis and provide recommendations for supplier negotiations or further actions.
Analyze manufacturing processes and recommend cost-effective alternatives for improved competitiveness.

Tear-down Analysis & Reverse Engineering:

Conduct product teardowns and reverse engineering studies to understand product architecture, manufacturing processes, material selection and cost drivers.
Perform debugging and technical analysis of products to identify design improvements and cost optimization opportunities.
Prepare comprehensive tear-down and benchmarking reports with engineering recommendations.
Knowledge of materials (metals, plastics), special processes, surface finishes, and consumables (e.g., adhesives, paints).

Technical Presentation & Collaboration:

Provide technical presentation on VAVE methodologies, should costing, and cost optimization techniques.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate engineering changes, product improvements, and supplier negotiation or development initiatives.
Present cost analysis findings, business cases, and value engineering proposals to internal stakeholders and leadership.
Support continuous improvement initiatives by implementing best practices in cost engineering and value analysis.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 4 to 6 years of experience
Strong experience in VAVE, Should Costing, Tear-down Analysis, Reverse Engineering, and Cost Engineering of electro-mechanical products.
Good understanding of manufacturing processes including machining, sheet metal, plastic injection molding, casting, forging, and assembly processes (Welding, Brazing, Soldering and etc).
Proficiency in Costing software (aPriori), CAD tools (NX /CATIA preferred) and PLM systems (Teamcenter preferred).
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work independently while leading cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced global environment.

Preferred Skills:

Experience in aerospace or other highly regulated manufacturing industries.
Knowledge of GD&T, ASME drawing standards, AS9100/ISO 9001 quality systems, and Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA).
Familiarity with supplier cost analysis, sourcing strategies and manufacturing economics.
Experience with benchmarking, cost modeling tools and value engineering methodologies.
Proven ability to lead technical discussions, influence stakeholders and drive cost optimization initiatives.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Transportation facility.
• Meal coupons
• Group Term Life Insurance.
• Group Health Insurance.
• Group Personal Accident Insurance.
• Entitled for 18 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave annually.
• Employee scholar program
• Work life balance
• Car lease program
• National Pension Scheme
• LTA
• Fuel & Maintenance /Driver wages
• Meal vouchers
• And more!

Nothing matters more to Collins Aerospace than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all India positions require a background check, which may include a drug screen.

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 adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.  

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