MRO Support Engineer I (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-05-29

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AL-FOLEY-111 ~ 111 Airport Dr ~ MRO BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

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.

Collins Aerospace is looking to hire a MRO Support Engineer  to fill a high-impact role focused on supporting repair and overhaul solutions for many of the world’s largest airlines and aviation customers. In this role, the Support Engineer will assist engineering, operations, and other support functions to efficiently repair aircraft components of metallic and advanced composite construction.

The Support Engineer will engage with shop maintenance to not only troubleshoot and accomplish repairs, but also develop process improvements and innovative repair techniques that drive down costs and deliver Best-In-Class solutions for our customers. 

This position will be on site in Foley, AL.

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What You Will Do

• Apply knowledge of engineering principles, repair processes, and manufacturing techniques to support repair activity and or fabrication of repair parts for aircraft components

• Communicate frequently with internal and external customers, engineers, mechanics, and leaders to drive status updates, progress, changes, etc.

• Resolve repair problems of not typically difficult or complex scope with moderate supervision

• Provide proactive technical support to engineering and operations to meet or exceed external and internal customer requirements

• Develop processes to accomplish the various procedures in the repair and restoration of components

• Support Quality Assurance personnel and Mechanics to facilitate compliance with policy, procedures, and regulations

• Collaborate effectively with a cross functional team and coordinate with external customers

• Learn to apply lean principles and support improvement of engineering and manufacturing processes using Continuous Improvement tools

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and less than 2 years prior relevant experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with reading and interpreting engineering drawings, bill of materials, technical documents, etc.

• Theoretical knowledge of aircraft materials and fabrication/shop processes

• Experience engaging in high volume communication with internal and external customers

• Experience working in a fast-paced environment

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 l