Engineer II, Project Engineering (Hardware Development) (Hybrid)

RTX•Rockford, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to lead and coordinate medium to large-scale hardware development projects on both commercial and military programs, in the aerospace industry, from initiation through completion. This role is responsible for managing cost, schedule, technical execution, and cross-functional alignment across engineering, production, and program leadership teams. The ideal candidate will ensure successful delivery of complex projects over multi-year timelines while maintaining quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction objectives.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
Prior experience managing cross-functional engineering teams and production coordination

Nice To Haves

Background in aerospace or high-performance engine systems.
Knowledge of gearing systems, motion control, and rotational/mechanical system design principles.
Understanding of engineering materials and their application in design and manufacturing environments.
Experience with manufacturing processes including casting, machining, and injection molding.
Exposure to design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and design-for-assembly (DFA) principles.
Familiarity with mechanical systems integration within complex aerospace or defense hardware programs.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
Familiarity with test planning, execution, and reporting processes.

Responsibilities

Provide clear, concise, and confident communication with peers, Collins leadership and customers regarding project status, risks, and decisions.
Oversee and coordinate administrative and operational aspects of ongoing engineering projects within established program guidelines.
Lead project planning activities, including development of integrated master schedules, budgets, and execution strategies.
Estimate, track, and manage project budgets and schedules using Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles and decision-making.
Create schedules and cost estimates for new business proposals and program development efforts.
Conduct regular project meetings, consolidating and presenting progress reports, risks, and business performance updates.
Identify project issues, assess impacts, and develop mitigation plans including resource reallocation plans.
Pursue cost-saving opportunities to maximize project profitability and efficiency.
Monitor project performance against cost, schedule, and technical requirements; recommend corrective actions as needed.
Coordinate hardware development configurations throughout the engineering lifecycle, ensuring alignment across teams.
Manage and coordinate hardware equipment modifications and engineering change processes.
Facilitate gated design and program reviews to ensure schedule adherence and execution efficiency.
Liaise between project management, planning teams, engineering groups, and production line management.
Verify execution of internal processes to minimize engineering risks and prevent program setbacks.
Read, interpret, and provide markup of engineering drawings; coordinate drawing releases and updates.
Understand and execute test procedures; analyze, interpret, and report test results supporting product validation.
Develop and document test procedures and formal test reports for verification of product requirements.
Document best practices and contribute to engineering standard work and process improvements.
Ensure compliance with program schedules, budgets, and quality standards throughout project execution.
Travel domestically and internationally as required (25%).
Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, often spanning multiple years to completion.

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