NPI Pumps Senior Project Engineer (Hybrid)

RTX•Rockford, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. Mechanical Power Conversion has an exciting opportunity for a driven and ambitious future leader. Mechanical Power Conversion (MPC) is growing due to high customer demand and is in need of a Senior Project Engineer. In this position the qualified individual will have the opportunity to lead cross-functional teams in engineering, operations, purchasing, etc. to implement new products across a variety of pumping and gear box technologies. As part of the project management role a successful candidate will be responsible for managing the schedule & budget as well as maintaining constant communication to the team as well as management. Additionally, the role requires a strong understanding of the fundamentals of machine design, heat transfer, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics and structural dynamics. Furthermore, this role will have the opportunity to make a direct impact on the speed of bringing new products to market. MPC is on the lookout for an ambitious candidate who is a superb communicator with strong technical skills and who wants to make an impact on the aerospace industry.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical Engineering Degree, Master’s in Engineering Management, Master’s in System Engineering, MBA, or similar advanced degree
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Experience in a production role supporting aerospace rotating equipment is preferred
Mechanical aptitude and experience with mechanical hardware is preferred

Responsibilities

Confidently provide clear, concise communications with peers and Collins leadership.
Identify mitigation plans for impacted project
Pursue cost saving opportunities to maximize project profitability.
Conduct meetings and consolidate and present plans and progress reports relating to business aspects of the project.
Identify and react to project problems and recommend solutions, such as reallocating resources or changing contractual specifications.
Oversee and coordinate the administrative and operational aspects of ongoing projects within program guidelines.
Liaise between project management and planning, project teams, and production line management.
Review project and budget status, manage schedules, and prepare reports.
Manage and coordinate hardware development configurations throughout the engineering process.
Monitor and assess project issues; develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer-satisfaction goals and objectives.
Meet program schedules and budgets; maintain the integrated master schedules for the project.
Coordinate HW equipment modifications throughout the development process.
Complete gated reviews throughout a project to insure optimal schedule efficiency
Understand and execute test procedures
Analyze, interpret, and report out test results
Verify internal processes are being executed to reduce probability of engineering setbacks.
Read and interpret drawings, provide mark ups, and coordinate drawing releases

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
And more!