Date Posted: 2025 11 21 Country: United States of America
Location:HTX36: Richardson, TX 3200 E Renner Rd , Richardson, TX, 75082 2402 USA Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status requirements:Active and transferable U.S. government issued security ed securityed securityed security Clearance:is required prior to start date. U.S. t date. U.S.t date. U.S.t date. U.S. citizenship:is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a securityclearance Security
Clearance: DoD
Clearance: Secret Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. Collins Aerospace has an exciting opportunity for a proven Principal Project Engineer to lead, develop, and establish the required technology and infrastructure for the VLF/LF Modernization & Sustainment portfolio. This multi faceted role will lead cross functional teams through development, integration, and test of our systems. The ideal candidate should be an established leader that can leverage proven
experience:integrating systems onto DoD airborne platforms. As a project engineer, your ability to translate system architectures/concepts to reliable products and systems will be key! The Project Engineer establishes design concepts, criteria and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration and test. The Project Engineer collaborates across functions including project management, planning, engineering teams and line management. The Project Engineer coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contracts. This is a very visible position at the forefront of our integration and modification teams. What You Will Do Primary customer technical interface to shape and influence current execution and proposals while growing the sustainment business Lead, organize, and/or participate in medium to large scale aircraft integration efforts Technical leadership for several proposal and business development efforts establishing technical, schedule, and cost baselines Oversee system deployment, validation, and verification against customer nst customernst customernst customernst customernst customernst customernst customernst customernst customernst customernst customerrequirements Helps interface between development teams and site Subject Matter Experts to bring best products to bear Translates complex configuration details, schedules, trade studies, interfaces and requirement considerations to influence internal leadership, program teams, program managers, and customers For the candidates with the corresponding
experience and background, this position is eligible to be converted to a (P
experience and abilities to ensure efficient project completion. Prepares and maintains project plans, budgets, and staffing
requirements to ensure that all action item lists are completed, and project quality expectations are met. Drives project schedules to keep programs running efficiently and tracks budget When required, derive and establish business and engineering processes to streamline the way we do business Manage the project including tracking & reporting on budget and schedule performance through Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) techniques. Support and motivate the team to deliver customer milestones and deliverables to meet program business plan Interfacing with management, suppliers, customers, and members of the technical design team Provide timely and effective communication to management and customers Engineering activities associated with design, development, procurement, and testing. Provide technical and functional leadership for assigned Components, Projects, Teams and Tasks Request & manage budgets; identify & report any issues or changes in scope Plan and maintain detailed schedule and resource plans Lead Technology Development programs guiding products through Technology Readiness Level process Lead test activities to prove out components and/or understand issues Ensure designs comply with Standard Work and customer
requirements Benchmark similar hardware and review customer needs to strategically drive system and hardware development. Ensure excellence in engineering and technology Mentor and support the development of associates Provide bid & pursuit Leadership
Qualifications:You Must Have Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant ior relevantexperience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of
experience Able to communicate and make presentations to senior level leadership Able to
travel:up to 25% of the time depending on the program phase (typically 10% or less)Qualifications We Prefer US Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret
clearance.
Experience with hardware & software design life cycle
experience Progressive leadership in the design and test of software components
Experience using Agile methodologies to deliver software and mission capabilities. History of continuous improvement and relentless root cause methodology Prior Cost Account Manager
experience
Experience navigating competing priorities, delivering the highest level of engagement and delivering successful outcomes in critical situations
Experience leading projects and teams within a highly matrixed organization Strong Design Integration
skills Understanding of Aerospace engineering design and analysis review/release process. Working knowledge of Military and Commercial specifications Demonstrated team player, self driven leader with excellent collaboration
skills
Experience with Product Data Management or equivalent configuration/data management software/processes Understanding of the configuration management process Strong Project management
skills using MS Office/MS Project/EVMS Identification of risks early on and ability to manage/mitigate by leveraging Sr. Leadership Support. What We Offer Some of our competitive
benefits:package includes:experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated
responsibilities, a candidate's work
experience, location,
education/training, and key
skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for
benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term disability, long term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific
benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short term and/or long term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance. This role is a U.S. based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and
benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry leading businesses