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Collins Aerospace · 1 hour ago

Principal Project Engineer (Onsite)

Rockford, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$101K/yr - $203K/yr

8+ years exp

Collins Aerospace is a leader in the aerospace industry, seeking a highly motivated Principal Project Engineer to lead cross-functional teams in developing advanced aerospace and defense technologies. The role involves overseeing technical execution, managing engineering aspects of projects, and ensuring alignment with program goals and customer requirements.

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No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the engineering aspects of a Program Management Team (PMT), ensuring successful execution of program objectives

Develop and oversee technical plans, schedules, assigned resources, and budgets, aligning engineering activities with program milestones and deliverables

Act as the primary engineering interface with program management, customers, and other stakeholders to communicate technical progress, risks, and opportunities

Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and program management, to ensure seamless integration of engineering deliverables

Drive accountability within the PMT to meet technical, cost, and schedule requirements while maintaining the highest standards of quality and performance

Measure and predict project performance using earned value methods to drive compliance to contract requirements and ensure on-time deliverables

Directs the work of employees assigned on projects in technical areas

Prepares proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contract

Identify and mitigate risks, resolve technical challenges, and implement corrective actions to ensure program success

Foster a culture of innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the engineering PMT

Prepare and conduct technical reviews, design reviews, and program status briefings for leadership and customers

Ensure compliance with engineering processes, standards, and regulatory requirements

Qualification

Aerospace systems knowledgeRisk managementProject managementSystems engineering principlesConfiguration management toolsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsCollaboration

Required

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, aerospace, electrical, or a related field)

Strong technical background with knowledge of aerospace or defense systems, including design, development, analysis, testing, and production processes

Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex technical projects, balancing competing priorities and achieving program goals

Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills

Experience with risk management, systems engineering principles, and configuration management tools

Preferred

Advanced degree in engineering, business, or related discipline

Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills

Prior CAM and EVMS experience

Experience with all aspects of the development product life cycle

Familiarity with RTX tools, processes, and product lifecycle management

Experience with FPGA closed-loop control systems, actuation systems, and power electronics within a highly regulated aerospace environment

Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals

Experience using analytical and problem-solving skills to effectively identify and resolve issues and mitigate risks

Proven ability to facilitate difficult conversations and communicate early, and concisely with individuals at all organizational levels

Collins Enterprise Values including: Safety, Trust, Accountability, Respect, Collaboration, Innovation

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!