Senior Project Engineer - EMI/EMC (Onsite)

RTX•Rockford, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join its EMC team within Electric Power Systems. The role leads planning and execution of critical EMC projects, including managing Integrated Master Schedules, overseeing program budgets through the Collins Earned Value Management System (EVMS), and driving change and risk management. The engineer works with EMC technical leads, cross-functional teams, and internal and external stakeholders while managing multiple complex projects. The role supports the development of safer, more efficient, and sustainable flight systems in a collaborative environment. The position is based primarily onsite at 4747 Harrison Ave in Rockford, Illinois. U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens may access information under the program or contract. No security clearance is required.

Requirements

Typically, a STEM degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and at least 3 years of experience.
Prior experience in project engineering or program management.
U.S. citizenship is required for access to information under the program or contract.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetic Compatibility, or a related electrical discipline.
Experience developing and managing Integrated Master Schedules using Microsoft Project.
Experience supporting Earned Value Management Systems to manage program budgets.
Experience with change management and risk management tools and practices.
Familiarity with EMI/EMC or other projects requiring compliance with environmental test standards, including exposure to DO-160 and MIL-STD-461 projects.
Ability to work effectively with technical leads, stakeholders, and external partners.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and cross-functional teams to build alignment and deliver results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Oversee program budgets, schedules, and plans to support efficient execution while adapting to changing priorities and conditions.
Coordinate and track EMC development, qualification, and supporting documentation activities to ensure timely delivery, quality outcomes, and customer satisfaction.
Lead EMC status meetings and collaborate with technical leads to monitor progress, identify and mitigate risks, and implement recovery plans as needed.
Manage Integrated Master Schedules, program budgets through EVMS, and change and risk management efforts.

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.
Flexible spending accounts.
Paid time off and holidays.
Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, depending on position level and other factors.