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Collins Aerospace · 3 hours ago

Principal Project Engineer - EC&A (Onsite)

Windsor Locks, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$101K/yr - $203K/yr

8+ years exp

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. The Principal Project Engineer will lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team to support the Engine Controls & Accessories (EC&A) Digital Controls product line, ensuring project success through effective communication, risk management, and adherence to engineering standards.

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No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Work as the leader of a multi-disciplinary engineering team with support from program management and operations (CIPT Lead)

Lead communications to internal and external stakeholders on project development plans, status, and risks

Support implementation of Digital Controls product line strategic and technology initiatives

Support continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring our products meet the highest standards of performance, reliability, and safety

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 Program Management Team (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

Prepare 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

Systems EngineeringRisk ManagementAerospace StandardsProject ManagementConfiguration ManagementEarned Value ManagementTechnical LeadershipEffective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeam Collaboration

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)

Preferred

Program Management experience in 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

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

Prior CAM and EVMS experience

Experience with all aspects of the development product life cycle

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

Familiarity with aerospace industry standards and regulations, DO-160, DO-178, DO-254

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!