Project Engineer - Advanced Structures(Onsite)

RTX•Chula Vista, CA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerostructures Military Portfolio Program Technical Office is seeking a candidate for a Project Engineer position, focused on configuration management, engineering definition, sustaining support, and cross‑functional technical coordination across multiple military and special‑mission platforms. At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace 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.

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.
Understanding and familiarity with Development Engineering, Project Engineering, and Configuration Management Processes.
Front-facing customer service experience.
Strong ability to communicate technical content and coordinate across multiple engineering and operations functions.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Development Engineering and Project Engineering.
Familiarity with sustaining‑engineering workflows for military platforms and 2D drawings.
Experience with Teamcenter or equivalent PLM systems.

Responsibilities

Manage configuration and change activity for assigned platforms, including KC‑390, F‑15/Gridlock, and Pods Programs.
Prepare for and follow up on CCB (Configuration Control Board) items and coordinate associated engineering actions.
Review engineering changes for applicability, implementation readiness, and downstream impact.
Coordinate technical questions and data requests with Design, Manufacturing, Quality, Aftermarket, Data Management, and external partners (Raytheon, Embraer, Boeing Defense, IAE, etc).
Research legacy engineering and configuration records to resolve open issues and support correct engineering definition.
Support engineering drawing and package release activities, ensuring proper configuration control and documentation.
Support BOE, NRE estimates, ROMs, and proposal‑development activities for sustaining and new customer requests.
Perform applicability and read‑across reviews across legacy military platforms and related product families.
Coordinate engineering technical communication with multiple customer to ensure alignment on requirements.

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 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