Project Chief, Cyber & Assurance R&D

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Applied Research & Technology seeks a Project Chief Engineer to manage a diverse portfolio of emerging technologies in cybersecurity, tactical operations, and high-assurance systems. The role supports cross-functional engineering teams developing cyber and assurance solutions for the future connected battlespace. The Project Chief Engineer is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle while meeting customer and business requirements. The position works with program management, engineering leaders, principal investigators, technical leads, design authorities, customers, subcontractors, and suppliers to manage project scope, technical requirements, resources, risks, schedules, costs, and baselines. The position is onsite in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and requires U.S. citizenship and an active, transferable Top Secret security clearance before the start date.

Requirements

A degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and at least 10 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and at least 7 years of experience.
Active and transferable U.S. government-issued Top Secret security clearance before the start date.
U.S. citizenship; only U.S. citizens are eligible for the required security clearance.
Experience managing projects and engineering teams, including resource planning and task allocation.
Experience in project management and systems engineering for the design and development of systems or products involving hardware and software components, as well as system integration.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with technologists in an R&D environment.
Experience with U.S. DoD 6.2 and 6.3 research organizations, such as DARPA, AFRL, ONR, NRL, or ARL.
Experience in project management and systems engineering for cybersecurity capability development.
Formal training in project management.
Experience as a systems engineer throughout the systems development lifecycle, including requirements capture, design, integration, verification and validation, and transition to production.
Experience with bid and pursuit work in a U.S. government acquisition model.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with cross-functional engineers to align work with program requirements and deliver project outcomes.
Partner with the Program Management Team to define project scope, align with contractual commitments, and ensure technical requirements are met.
Ensure engineering work packages are executed in accordance with the project contract and delivery schedule.
Coordinate with Program Managers, Engineering Managers, and Principal Investigators to manage resource allocation and provide adequate support for engineering activities.
Manage program risks and opportunities with Principal Investigators, technical leads, and design authorities.
Monitor and manage functional and program baselines, including customer-driven changes.
Support the Program Management Team in identifying cost and schedule impacts of out-of-scope requests.
Perform project management tasks, including planning, resource allocation, risk management, financial tracking, and reporting.
Review and approve project and technical documentation for compliance with company and customer requirements.
Provide technical input for business development, bid and pursuit efforts, and project planning.
Communicate and collaborate with internal teams, customers, subcontractors, and suppliers to address risks and resolve technical challenges.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
401(k) plan with employer matching funds 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 coverages.
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning benefits.
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 eligibility.
Flexible spending accounts.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee Scholar Program.
Paid time off and holidays.
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage; payments are not guaranteed.