Jobs at Ball Aerospace

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Ball Aerospace, a subsidiary of Ball Corporation, designs and manufactures advanced space and defense technologies. It leads in satellite bus platforms, high‑resolution imaging sensors, and propulsion systems used by NASA, U.S. Space Force, and commercial satellite operators. Its engineering teams develop cutting‑edge optics, avionics, and thermal control systems that deliver mission‑critical performance.

Ball hires software engineers, electrical and mechanical engineers, systems architects, program managers, test engineers, and manufacturing specialists. Candidates can expect rigorous technical interviews, problem‑solving challenges, and opportunities to work on multi‑disciplinary teams that collaborate on interplanetary missions and commercial launch services. Competitive benefits include equity options, professional development budgets, and flexible work arrangements.

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Associate Director - SBU & Enterprise Architect (Remote)

Company: Collins Aerospace

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 03, 2024

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Strategic Business Unit (SBU) and Enterprise Architect (EA) for a remote role in the United States. The role involves establishing digital strategies in partnership with the Digital Technology (DT) Business Relationship Manager and SBU executive leadership to accelerate digital transformation. Key responsibilities include promoting DT services, serving as a technical consultant, establishing strategic relationships, and creating architectural designs. The ideal candidate should have a University Degree or Advanced Degree with 12+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent amount of experience without a degree. They must possess broad technical experience in Systems Engineering, Digital Engineering, Infrastructure, Application Architecture, Integration, Business Architecture, Cybersecurity, and Data. A deep understanding of Digital Transformation, Product Development, and Product Lifecycle is required. The role offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, generous vacation, a 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, and more. The salary range is $143,000 - $287,000 USD.

Manager, Value Stream Leader (Onsite)

Company: Collins Aerospace

Location: Burlington, VT

Posted Dec 03, 2024

Collins Aerospace is seeking a strategic leader with a passion for innovation in the aerospace and defense sectors to join as a Value Stream Manager for the Missile Control Actuation team. The role involves leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets and schedules, and driving critical business decisions. The ideal candidate will have a university degree and at least 8 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 5 years of experience. U.S. citizenship is required. The position offers a competitive salary range of $96,000 - $200,000, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, a generous 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, and more. The role is part of Collins Aerospace's Mission Systems team, which supports civilian, military, and government customers with complex missions.

Manufacturing Engineer Intern - Operations, Summer 2025 (Onsite)

Company: Collins Aerospace

Location: Wilson, NC

Posted Dec 03, 2024

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is seeking motivated interns for its Manufacturing Engineering Team at its Wilson, North Carolina site. The role involves contributing to ongoing projects, assisting in technical documentation, data collection, and troubleshooting. Interns will gain hands-on experience, professional development, and networking opportunities. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, pursuit of a Bachelor's or advanced degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering, and U.S. person status. Preferred qualifications include self-starter skills, SolidWorks proficiency, Microsoft Suite proficiency, and strong communication skills.

Principal Specialist, Operations Program Manager/Deputy VSL (Onsite)

Company: Collins Aerospace

Location: Burlington, VT

Posted Dec 03, 2024

Collins Aerospace is seeking a strategic leader with a passion for innovation in the aerospace and defense sectors to join as a Value Stream Manager for the Missile Control Actuation team. The role involves leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets and schedules, and driving critical business decisions. The ideal candidate will have a university degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 3 years of experience. U.S. citizenship is required. The position offers a competitive salary range of $77,000 - $163,000, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, a generous 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, and more. The role is part of Collins Aerospace's Mission Systems team, which supports civilian, military, and government customers with complex missions.

Trainee v oddělení QE

Company: GE Aerospace

Location: Prague, Czech Republic

Posted Dec 03, 2024

The job posting is for a student assistant to support the quality engineering department. The main responsibilities include data collection and organization, creating regular reports, managing paper archives, and other administrative tasks. The ideal candidate should be an active student with a long-term interest in collaboration, have fluent Czech language skills and basic English, strong verbal and written communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft tools. A technical background is beneficial but not required. The role offers exposure to the aviation industry, quality engineering work, advanced technologies, and potential for career growth.

Practicante de Aduanas - Avionics en sitio

Company: Collins Aerospace

Location: Mexicali, Mexico

Posted Dec 03, 2024

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is seeking a student in Logistics, International Trade, or International Business for a part-time role. The position involves supporting internal material inventories, data entry, report generation, and general documentation. The ideal candidate should have intermediate Excel skills, intermediate written and read English, and at least 6 hours of availability. Previous experience in the customs department and full-time availability are preferable. Collins Aerospace offers advanced technological solutions for the aerospace and global defense industry, promising unlimited opportunities and strong team bonds.

Lead Services Specialist - Customer Services Management

Company: GE Aerospace

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 03, 2024

This job involves managing resources and logistics for customer service and maintenance activities, including preventive and remedial maintenance, facility management, and field services engineering. The role requires a high level of technical expertise, autonomy, and the ability to modify procedures while meeting quality standards. Key responsibilities include acting as a single point of contact for customers, managing a team, and utilizing problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field, at least 3 years of Customer Services Management experience, and strong communication and project management skills.

Electrical Engineer II - Hardware (Onsite)

Company: Collins Aerospace

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA

Posted Dec 03, 2024

Collins Aerospace is seeking an Electrical Engineer II for a key role in the Communication Products Engineering Department in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The successful candidate will collaborate with a multi-discipline team to design and develop digital hardware for high-performance communication products critical to national defense. This includes sophisticated software-defined radios and data links for ground, airborne, and space applications. The role involves circuit card design lifecycle activities, signal integrity analysis, and creation of test plans. The position offers opportunities for career growth, learning advanced digital design, and working with cutting-edge communication hardware. Qualifications include a STEM degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience or an advanced degree. U.S. citizenship and a security clearance are required.

INGENIEUR SUPPORT EN SERVICE - TOUS GENRES

Company: Collins Aerospace

Location: Pontoise, France

Posted Dec 03, 2024

Collins Aerospace, a part of Raytheon Technologies, is seeking a Field Support Engineer (H/F) in Saint Ouen l'Aumone, France. The role involves ensuring equipment compliance on client assembly lines and in service, training operators on equipment usage and maintenance, and providing technical support to clients. The ideal candidate should have a technical background in mechanics and electricity, excellent communication skills, and the ability to analyze and solve technical problems. The company offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Senior Principal Cyber Research Engineer (onsite)

Company: Collins Aerospace

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA

Posted Dec 03, 2024

Collins Aerospace is seeking experienced cyber engineers for a fast-growing research team in Cedar Rapids, IA. The role involves leading advanced research, developing new security techniques for connected platforms, and collaborating with business partners. The ideal candidate should have deep experience in threat analysis, vulnerability analysis, and embedded systems. The company offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, and more. U.S. citizenship is required due to security clearance needs.

Commercial Heat Exchangers Supervisor (Onsite)

Company: Collins Aerospace

Location: Windsor Locks, CT

Posted Dec 03, 2024

Collins Aerospace is seeking a highly motivated, technically talented individual for an onsite role in Windsor Locks, CT. The role involves providing direction to skilled bargaining unit employees, leading employee engagement and continuous improvement efforts, and driving sustained improvements in safety, quality, production, material procurement, and cost reduction. The ideal candidate should have a university degree or advanced degree in a related field with at least 8 years of relevant experience, or 14 years of experience without a degree. U.S. citizenship is required. Collins Aerospace offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, generous vacation, a 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, and more. The salary range for this role is $96,000 - $200,000.

Environmental Test Engineer

Company: Collins Aerospace

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Posted Dec 03, 2024

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industry. They offer an amazing opportunity for an Environmental Test Engineer to work within the Engineering team, providing support to the Test & Qualification team. The role involves organising and prioritising jobs coming into the laboratory, interpreting test results, programming vibration controllers, carrying out electro/mechanical shock testing, and other responsibilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Ball Aerospace?
Working at Ball Aerospace means collaborating with a cross‑functional team of engineers, scientists, and program managers on missions that span Earth observation, deep‑space exploration, and national defense. Employees routinely tackle complex systems integration problems, attend design reviews with NASA and commercial partners, and receive mentorship from senior leaders. The company promotes a culture of continuous learning, offering tuition reimbursement, internal training programs, and access to cutting‑edge research facilities.
What types of positions are available at Ball Aerospace?
Ball Aerospace offers roles in software engineering, electrical and mechanical engineering, systems architecture, program management, test engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, data science, cybersecurity, and facilities management. Positions range from entry‑level engineers to senior program directors and are located in Tucson, AZ; Denver, CO; and remote options for certain technical roles.
How can I stand out as an applicant?
Showcase domain‑specific expertise by highlighting projects that involved satellite subsystems, optics, or space‑grade software. Include measurable results—e.g., reduced test cycle time by 20% or improved sensor resolution by 15%. Tailor your resume to emphasize certifications such as Six Sigma, PMP, or aerospace‑specific training. Prepare for technical interviews by practicing system‑level problem solving, writing code in C/C++ or Python, and reviewing Ball Aerospace’s recent missions like the Earth Observing System (EOS) or the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) payload technologies.

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