Senior Project Engineer, EVMS & CAM (Hybrid - Aguadilla, PR)

RTX•Aguadilla, PR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our Mission Systems organization. We’re looking for a proactive, motivated professional ready to take ownership of complex engineering initiatives in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment. In this role, you will serve as a Project Engineer, mainly supporting Control Account Management and Earned Value Management activities. As a Senior Project Engineer, you’ll work closely with our Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and cross-functional partners and key engineering functions. Your responsibilities will include preparing and monitoring schedules, coordinating deliverables, and ensuring tasks stay within scope and budget. This position is ideal for candidates who thrive working independently, enjoy cross-functional teams across different locations, and excel at improving collaboration and efficiency. Strong communication skills, both written and spoken, are essential. This position will sit at our Aguadilla, PR location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered. This role is categorized as hybrid, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote following the schedule assigned by the Manager.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
Experience in Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and Control Account Management (CAM), or related applications/programs to support such activities, as SAP, Primavera, ISAT or similar.
Strong knowledge of planning, scheduling, and cost control fundamentals, with analytical skills and ability to interpret performance metrics and trend data.
Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, ISAT, or similar.
Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English (verbal and written).
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading and managing multifunction and complex engineering projects
Familiarity with the Aerospace and Defense industries
Experience using Microsoft Project, Excel and EVMS programs
Experience with recovery planning and mitigation strategies
Knowledge of cost and schedule integration
Resource management experience
Experience supporting IBRs, PMRs, and Joint Surveillance activities
PMP, EVMS certification, or similar project management credential
Technical understanding of engineering development, qualification, or production processes relevant to Collins products
Understanding of project management theory and methodologies
Experience with full product life cycle across systems, hardware, software, or mechanical disciplines

Responsibilities

Facilitate clear communication and collaboration between leadership and engineering teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
Build and maintain accurate project schedules, including milestones, dependencies, deliverables, and cost data.
Lead weekly meetings and project reviews to track progress, status, open issues, and upcoming priorities.
Provide timely and accurate updates to program cost and schedule tools and support monthly EVMS reporting cycles.
Participate in program reviews, Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs), and internal/external surveillance activities.
Identify and manage risks and opportunities affecting assigned control accounts, and potential mitigation strategies as well.
Lead baseline and change control planning, development and execution, aligned with Collins processes and EVMS guidelines.
Collaborate with Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and cross-functional partners to ensure technical execution aligns with the approved baseline.
Analyze performance trends, cost data, resource needs, and forecasting reports.
Monitor cost and schedule performance and analyze variances and develop actionable recovery plans when needed.
Ensure adherence to company processes and recommend improvements to enhance project scheduling, monitoring, and reporting.