Senior Principal Project Engineer - Test Engineering (Onsite)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world's 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 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
Ability to obtain U.S. Secret government issued security clearance
Working knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines with a strong focus on test solution development and experience in all phases of development lifecycle
Experience managing technical projects including schedule and Earned Value management, risk management, customer interaction, and briefing executive leadership
Experience using Microsoft Project or other scheduling tool
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice To Haves

Strong communication skills; able to interface with the spectrum of individual contributor to executive leadership
Experience with test equipment in a production environment is beneficial
Customer service orientation: providing customers with quality experiences and establishing and maintaining effective relationships

Responsibilities

Ensure overall Engineering execution within the program, having decision authority over Engineering activities during all program phases including pursuit, bidding, planning, execution, and transition to production
Manage overall budget and schedule for program Engineering tasks, working closely with the engineering discipline organizations to review program execution on a periodic basis to ensure meeting schedule and cost
Develop a program execution plan involving coordination between the Test Engineering team and external organizations
Ensure staffing forecasts are accurate and up to date, and work with Engineering discipline organizations to ensure appropriate staffing is assigned
Oversee and manage engineering Risks and Opportunities across the program, leveraging the enterprise to mitigate key risks and capture opportunities
Ensure consistency with Collins Avionics RLPM processes
Ensure compliance with Program and Product requirements as reflected in design plans
Lead a wide range of entry-level to highly experienced engineers
Maintains awareness of key technologies and the company’s competitive position

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
May be eligible for relocation