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Industrial Engineer

RTX · ON-MIDLAND-450 ~ 450 Leitz Rd ~ BLDG 450, CA

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Level
Engineer
Team
Industrial
Degree
Required (or equivalent experience)
Industry
Aerospace & defense
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level industrial role at RTX (aerospace & defense) in ON-MIDLAND-450 ~ 450 Leitz Rd ~ BLDG 450, CA.

They ask for
degree required (or equivalent experience)
Tools it names
Lean, Six Sigma, Value stream mapping, FMEA, Automation, Time studies

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Industrial Engineer roles in California: typical posted base $127k–$190k.

Median of the low and high ends of 14 live postings that list pay, out of 39 industrial engineer openings in California, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

California plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 38 other live industrial postings in California.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $127k–$190k, from 13 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 6+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • New product launch 54%
  • ✓ Lean 54%
  • ✓ Six Sigma 44%
  • Root cause 41%
  • Supplier quality 36%
  • SPC 33%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

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  1. 1

    Pick 2–3 people on the Industrial team at RTX

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  2. 2

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  3. 3

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    • What does a normal week look like on your team?
    • Is it more layout and capacity work, or time studies and standard work?
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  5. 5

    Bring proof to the interview

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What you will do

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvement through process and value stream mapping, line balancing, capacity analysis, factory layouts, lean manufacturing principles and strategic planning for automation and capital expenditures. This individual will:

  • ◆Developing production area models using process flows, value stream maps, Pareto charts, spaghetti diagrams, and CAD drawings to capture material flow, information exchange, and key performance metrics
  • ◆Analyzing operational data and performance metrics to identify issues and improvement opportunities
  • ◆Contributing to strategic roadmaps focused on capacity, automation, digital transformation, infrastructure, and new technology integration
  • ◆Partnering with program management, operations, facilities, and engineering teams to optimize factory layout and support program needs
  • ◆Leading FMEA reviews, scrap material analyses, feasibility studies, and ROI-based cost-benefit evaluations

You Must Have

  • ✓Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent in engineering/science)
  • ✓Working towards P.Eng or already licensed P.Eng is considered an asset
  • ✓3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment (defense industry preferred)
  • ✓Experience with high-mix, mid-volume production environments
  • ✓Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma principles
  • ✓Experience with capacity analysis, manufacturing technologies, production systems, and performance metrics
  • ✓Knowledge of simulation tools
  • ✓Strong leadership, problem-solving, and team-building skills
  • ✓Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration abilities
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Country

Canada

Location

CA-ON-MIDLAND-450 ~ 450 Leitz Rd ~ BLDG 450

Position Role Type

Unspecified

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RTX offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental coverage, disability benefits, a retirement savings program, and tuition assistance through RTX’s Employee Scholar Program. Eligibility for specific benefits is based on factors such as position level, employment type (e.g., temporary or permanent), and business unit, and will be discussed during the hiring process.

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 it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement

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