Principal Engineer - Project Engineering (Onsite)

RTX•Windsor Locks, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a driven, hands-on Project Engineer to lead an Integrated Product Team (IPT) supporting the design, development, and delivery of advanced heat exchanger systems for high-performance aerospace engine applications. This role requires a strong blend of technical depth, program execution, and leadership across cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
Prior experience in project management, including scheduling, cost estimation, and financial tracking
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project) for analysis, reporting, and presentations

Nice To Haves

Experience in product development, thermal systems, or heat exchanger technologies, including prototype development, testing, and validation
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams or IPTs in a technical environment
Strong background in Earned Value Management (EVM) for program performance tracking and reporting
Demonstrated expertise in root cause analysis and structured problem-solving, with application in both development and in-service environments
Experience supporting manufacturing/production and resolving field or in-service issues
Background in aerospace or high-performance engine systems (preferred)
Experience with customer-facing engineering, including technical proposals and program reviews

Responsibilities

Lead and guide an Integrated Product Team (IPT), ensuring alignment to defined requirements, program milestones, and successful execution
Identify program risks early and drive mitigation strategies to maintain schedule, cost, and technical objectives
Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and cost estimates, including Earned Value tracking and financial performance reporting
Manage assigned component budgets and proactively communicate any scope, cost, or schedule impacts
Drive Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations and implement effective solutions
Diagnose and resolve performance issues such as fouling, leakage, and pressure drop, including support for in-service components
Support prototype builds, field testing, and in-service issue resolution
Own all aspects of hardware verification testing, including test facility selection (internal/external), test plan development, execution oversight, and reporting
Develop and execute technology development plans and manufacturing development plans
Create detailed test plans, procedures, and technical documentation
Prepare and deliver technical proposals, engineering assessments, and design review presentations for internal and customer audiences
Report team progress, key challenges, and solution strategies to customers and engineering leadership
Recommend and implement design improvements and product modifications based on data, testing, and field performance
Collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and customer teams to ensure successful product delivery

Benefits

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