Principal Hardware Project Engineer - A2G (Onsite)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Computing Solutions Department is looking for a Principal Hardware Project Engineer to join the exciting development of a next-generation processing solution in Cedar Rapids, IA. We are focused on applying this solution across a wide variety of Avionics products in safety-critical commercial and military applications. Our team is responsible for the development, certification and sustainment of these data and graphics processing solutions. We are looking for a strong leader with an action-oriented mindset, who can evaluate individual and project performance while anticipating changes. This role will involve a high level of collaboration to build and enhance development teams while operating with integrity. The ability to put together a high-fidelity bid is also critical to this role, with the established skill/discipline of capturing high quality scope & ROADS in written form.

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.
Current or prior experience leading large, cross-functional hardware teams/engineers.
Experience with technical project management, including earned value (EV), risk management, and customer engagement.
Experience with relevant certification requirements: TSO, MIL-STD, DO-160, DO-254, AC20-152A, DO-178B/C, DO-297, ARP4754A.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing processor-based hardware platforms.
Knowledge of Design-to-Cost (DTC+) strategies and transitioning products to manufacturing environments.
Strong communicator who collaborates effectively from individual contributors to executive leadership.
Demonstrated success balancing performance, cost, and certification in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

You will serve as the hardware engineering lead, overseeing all aspects of cost, schedule, and technical execution for the A2G program, from pursuit and bidding to planning, execution, and sustainment.
You will coordinate with hardware architects, peer engineers, manufacturing, and customers to ensure compliance with certification standards such as DO-254 and AC20-152A.
You will apply earned value management (EV) and risk management principles to keep projects on track and aligned with strategic goals.
You will lead cross-functional engineering teams of varying experience levels and guide the development of PCB designs, layouts, and processor-based architectures.
You will represent the hardware team in customer-facing roles, including bids, proposals, and technical presentations, while maintaining a focus on Design-to-Cost (DTC+) optimization.
10% travel as needed.

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
And more!