Program Chief Engineer (onsite)

RTX•Everett, WA

63d•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Lavatories 3.0 Program Chief Engineer for our Lavatories Engineering team in Everett, WA. This Chief Engineering role allows you to oversee a team of 5-10 Project Engineers (Systems Integration Project Team Leads), and support the development and qualification efforts for the Lavs 3.0 program. As Chief Engineer, both breadth and depth of technical experience as essential. The Chief Engineer will need to demonstrate the capability to develop and govern the execution of product development.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience

Nice To Haves

Proven Project Engineering or comparable technical field
Strong systems or requirement compliance background
Program Management Skills like IMS Development, Earned Value Experience, etc.
Aerospace and aircraft experience
Certification experience including working with FAA, EASA, and designated representatives is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead technical execution of lavatory programs, ensuring project requirements are accurately decomposed and fully addressed.
Manage cost, schedule, and risk to drive successful program outcomes, including support for bids and proposals.
Oversee and mentor a team of SIPT Lead engineers, providing coaching, training, and fostering collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
Drive design-to-cost (DTC) initiatives, balancing performance, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
Conduct and oversee trade studies, using data-driven analysis to guide decisions and optimize outcomes.
Champion process maturity and continuous improvement, including implementation of robust change management.
Collaborate cross-functionally with program management, design, V&V, and other teams to ensure reliable and elegant solutions.
Develop and implement standard work instructions, optimizing for both completeness and efficiency.
Recruit, hire, and develop engineering talent, supporting long-term team capability and performance.
Travel up to 10% as required to support program execution and team coordination.

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!