Principal Specialist, Field Services - Boeing FAL Support (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-09-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-SC-NORTH CHARLESTON-5400-CUST ~ 5400 International Blvd ~ INTERNATIONAL (External Site)

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'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 is on the hunt for a dynamic and driven Engineering Representative to provide top-tier technical support for our advanced systems on Boeing Commercial aircraft throughout the Charleston, SC Region. If you're passionate about cutting-edge aerospace technology and thrive in fast-paced environments, this role is for you.

You'll serve as the technical liaison at Boeing's Charleston SC facilities, engaging in a comprehensive range of on-site engineering activities. Your responsibilities will span from overseeing technical aspects of all commercial activity, including final assembly and flight tests, to acting as the quality-focused Engineer on-site. Join our dedicated team and play a crucial role in supporting Boeing, ensuring excellence and innovation every step of the way.

This is an onsite position supporting Boeing’s operations in Charleston, SC.  Flexibility is essential, as the candidate must be willing to work 1st and 2nd shifts as well as on call support.

What You Will Do

• Work on-site daily with Boeing teams to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve technical issues encountered during aircraft final build and customer delivery for Boeing Commercial programs in the region

• Act as a hands-on technical resource during high-priority tasks, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently to maintain production and delivery schedules

• Provide engineering support for certification activities

• Assist Boeing laboratories with ongoing and upcoming program development, including testing, analysis, and engineering evaluations

• Offer on-call support during critical production periods and holidays as needed

• Partner closely with Boeing stakeholders to ensure all technical challenges are mitigated in a timely manner and aircraft meet quality and delivery standards

• Maintain strong communication with Boeing and internal leadership, providing clear status updates, risk identification, and resolution plans

What You Will Learn

• Develop expertise in resolving complex issues impacting aircraft operations, and articulate technical details during program reviews and status meetings

• Hone your skills in diagnosing problems with Collins systems and components, analyzing failure data, and guiding repair activities

• Provide vital support to Boeing’s Commercial teams, ensuring technical excellence and quality

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience

• Aircraft experience with rework/repair of mechanical and electrical LRUs/LRMs per CMM documentation, configuration management requirements, controls diagnostics, software installation/upgrades and system troubleshooting at aircraft final assembly

Qualifications We Prefer

• Degree in Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, Aviation, Electrical or Systems Engineering preferred

• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment  

• Experience working in lab environment working Hardware/Software Integration preferred

• Aerospace standards knowledge preferred

• Experience in post flight processing techniques preferred

• Experience with hardware design preferred, with quality credentials

What We Offer​

• 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 ​

• 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, child and elder care services ​

• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program  ​

•  And more!  

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Learn More & Apply Now!​

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second.  Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight! 

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your 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.  ​

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Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.  

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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