Defense Engineer Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:

2026-08-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MN-BURNSVILLE-WEST ~ 14300 Judicial Rd ~ WEST BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

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.

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 opportunities 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 at our Burnsville, MN facility and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Mechanical Engineer will develop and support product designs, create and maintain engineering documentation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve production and testing challenges. Responsibilities include mechanical design, prototyping, analysis, design verification, and supporting the transition of products from development to production. This position will have a strong focus on electromechanical assemblies, cable harness design, and enclosure design.

What You Will Do:

• Develop designs, create and modify documentation, and provide production support for the Burnsville, MN facility.

• Contribute to the success of a cross-functional team to develop solutions to production including initial design of new solutions and redesigns of existing.

• Develop and review product designs and analyze development and design requirements, with an emphasis on electromechanical assemblies, cable harness design, and enclosure design.

• Design test stations, fixtures, cables, interconnects, and associated documentation.

• Perform tolerance analyses and ensure designs meet mechanical and functional requirements.

• Prepare and present project/technical information to peers, internal management, and customers.

• Plan and manage tasks effectively to meet deadlines.

• Facilitate the documentation and drawings of mechanical designs from initial concept through release.

• Address considerations for thermal, vibration, and other environmental constraints during the design and verification process.

• Support prototype builds and transition products to production, ensuring manufacturability and efficiency.

What You Will Learn:

• Advanced design techniques and documentation of functional test equipment in support of Avionics Products.

• Best practices for translating test requirements into functional testing and supporting equipment designs.

• How to plan and manage timelines for designs through the full project lifecycle at the Burnsville facility.

• Enhanced skills in electromechanical assemblies, cable harness design, and enclosure design.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

• Experience with mechanical assembly and documentation processes.

• Knowledge and practical experience with industry-standard design tools such as Solidworks, NX Designer, and/or PTC Creo.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Demonstrated practical experience with mechanical engineering design and an understanding of common fabrication practices (subtractive and additive).

• Experience with electromechanical assembly design including enclosure design, cable harnesses, and general electronic packaging.

• Ability to translate requirements into physical designs, particularly for applications involving electromechanical assemblies, cable harnesses, and enclosures.

• Demonstrated experience collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams, including mechanical engineers, mechanical drafters, electrical engineers, software engineers, and system engineers.

• Ability to be detail-oriented and excel in a collaborative, team-based environment

• Familiarity with Collins Aerospace or Avionics products.

• Experience with mechanical test equipment design.

• Organizational skills with the ability to effectively communicate design choices and technical concepts.

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,additionallife and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, 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,childand elder care services

• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

• And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products frominceptionto delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity,qualityand efficiency of our operations worldwide.

Collins Aerospace,aRTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensiveportfolioandexpertiseto solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) isappropriate foryour 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.

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 teamthat'sredefining aerospace, every day!

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.

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