Principal Project Engineer – Air Combat Test & Training (ONSITE)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, 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. Air Combat Test & Training (ACTT) is seeking a Principal Project Engineer to lead motivated and passionate teams of experts to develop, test, enhance, deploy, and sustain our advanced airborne training systems. ACTT is a system-of-systems development team that designs, integrates, and supports some of the largest, most complex solutions offered by Collins Aerospace. Our flagship product, the Tactical Combat Training System Increment II (TCTS II), is an on-aircraft, in-flight training system that provides unmatched operational realism to our nation’s top-tier fighter pilots and enables them to truly “train as they fight”. As a Principal Project Engineer in ACTT, you will have a unique opportunity to lead the evolution of fighter pilot training and make a difference.

Requirements

Experience operating in a lead role
Background in hardware, software, or systems development
Experience with Earned Value (EV) as a Control Account Manager (CAM) or similar role
Experience with bidding and basis of estimate (BOE) development
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
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Nice To Haves

Experience operating in a Project Engineer role
Familiarity with secure lab operations, classified networks, and cross domain solutions
Agile/Scrum leadership experience (Scrum Master, Product Owner, etc)
Experience with requirements management in DOORS, Jama, or similar tools
Experience with MS Project, Confluence, JIRA, or similar tools
Experience with RTX Lifecycle Program Management (RLPM) processes

Responsibilities

Lead medium-scale projects to develop, integrate, test and deploy state-of-the-art technology in cryptography, datalinks, navigation, communication, and networking
Oversee project planning from initiation to completion, including defining scope, setting objectives, establishing timelines, and coordinating resources to meet project milestones and program requirements
Lead engineering bid and proposal (B&P) efforts to capture new business and unlock new markets
Drive efficiency and optimization throughout the project lifecycle by applying lessons learned, implementing best practices, and leveraging new methodologies
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks, while also proactively identifying and capitalizing on opportunities that enhance efficiency, innovation, or overall project outcomes
Manage communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that expectations are aligned, feedback is incorporated, and project goals are effectively communicated
Work with engineering functional leaders to secure and coordinate the resources necessary to build effective project teams and meet commitments
Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, industry standards, company policies, and contractual obligations by maintaining documentation, supporting compliance activities, and enforcing best practices to uphold project integrity and accountability

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
Carrot Health to hormonal 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
Relocation assistance