Principal Project Engineer IV(Onsite)

RTX•Phoenix, AZ

2d•$107,500 - $204,500•Onsite

About The Position

RTX’s Collins Aerospace is seeking a motivated and experienced Principal Project Engineer to lead and oversee operational sustainment and material projects. The role is responsible for planning, execution, and delivery while fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams. The position is onsite in Phoenix, Arizona, and requires a U.S. Person; no security clearance is required. The engineer will develop and manage Materials Engineering project scope and schedules from project start through first delivery, and lead multiple medium-to-large projects valued at $500K or more. The role includes managing project risks, assumptions, and dependencies; tracking performance; coordinating vendors and stakeholders; and helping mature project management standards, procedures, and tools. The position also includes mentoring early-career professionals. The role is part of Collins Aerospace’s Interiors team, which develops aviation interior products and services focused on innovation, safety, cost efficiency, comfort, connectivity, and security. The salary range is $107,500–$204,500. Applicants may be eligible for benefits and incentive compensation, subject to the applicable business unit, position level, and other conditions.

Requirements

A degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of experience.
Proficiency in MS Project, including resource loading, critical path analysis, and earned value management.
Must be a U.S. Person.

Nice To Haves

Expertise in material science, particularly coated fabrics and their manufacturing, properties, applications, and performance in aerospace environments.
Project management certifications such as PMP, Agile, or SAFe.
Experience with stage/gate development processes.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage Materials Engineering project scope and schedules from cradle to first delivery.
Lead multiple medium-to-large projects valued at $500K or more, delivering on cost, schedule, and technical execution.
Manage project risks, assumptions, and dependencies.
Prepare progress reports and key project performance metrics, including CPI, SPI, and EAC.
Support vendor, supplier, and contractor oversight to ensure alignment with project objectives.
Provide regular project status updates to leadership, project sponsors, customers, and other stakeholders.
Facilitate communication among functional groups, stakeholders, and customers.
Align project schedules with the Work Breakdown Structure to support planning, monitoring, and control.
Identify, communicate, and resolve project issues in collaboration with stakeholders.
Ensure scope changes are identified, documented, and communicated to the program manager for appropriate action.
Support continuous improvement of project management standards, procedures, and tools.
Mentor early-career professionals through guidance, support, and knowledge sharing.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
401(k) plan with employer matching and a separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Student Loan Repayment Program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and identity theft protection coverage.
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
Carrot Health support for hormonal health, fertility, and family building.
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.
Flexible spending accounts.
Flexible work schedules.
Paid time off and holidays.
Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, subject to eligibility and applicable conditions.