Principal Hardware Engineering Lead (Onsite)

RTX; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vacation time

401(k) with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in the Boston area is seeking a Principal Hardware Engineering Lead to drive the design, development, and deployment of protected communication and precision navigation hardware. This senior role demands deep hardware expertise and proven leadership.

You will mentor engineers, coordinate with program management, finance, software, and test teams, ensure EVMS and security requirements, and stay ahead of industry trends to deliver robust, secure solutions for complex defense

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in hardware engineering with 3+ years in lead/CAM roles.
• Experience leading hardware development from concept to production.
• Strong RF/microwave, electronics packaging, and mechanical design knowledge.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.
• EVMS experience on externally reported programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead hardware design and development for protected communication and precision navigation systems.
• Collaborate with program management, finance, chief engineering, software, systems, and test teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Oversee hardware development lifecycle from concept through production and deployment.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Oversee testing and validation to ensure standards and customer specs.
• Interface with customers to gather requirements and provide updates.

Skills

Hardware leadership

RF/microwave systems

EVMS experience

Security clearance ready

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

STEM degree

Job description

Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, a leader in the aerospace and defense industry, is seeking an experienced and motivated Principal Hardware Engineering Lead to join our Strategic Communications and Precision Navigation team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the design, development, and implementation of advanced strategic communication systems and precision navigation. This is a senior-level position that requires a deep understanding of hardware engineering principles, as well as experience in the strategic communications, precision navigation, or a related domain.

Sign-On Bonus Eligible

What You Will Do

• Lead the hardware design and development efforts for protected communication and precision navigation systems, ensuring the highest levels of performance, reliability, and security
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including program management, finance, chief engineering, software, systems, and test engineering to deliver integrated solutions that meet customer requirements
• Oversee the entire hardware development lifecycle, from concept through production and deployment, ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgets
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence
• Oversee rigorous testing and validation of hardware components to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to drive continuous improvement and innovation in secure communication hardware
• Interface with customers and stakeholders to gather requirements, provide technical updates, and ensure satisfaction with delivered products

Qualifications You Must Have

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in hardware engineering, with a minimum of 3 years of hardware lead or control account manager (CAM) experience.
• Proven track record of leading hardware development projects from concept to production
• Strong understanding of RF and microwave communication and radar system, electronics packaging, and mechanical design
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex hardware issues
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly and concisely
• Experience with the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles and practices on externally reported programs including: estimates at complete (EACs) and latest reviews estimates (LRE), cost and schedule variance narratives, baseline change requests, etc.
• 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
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with military and commercial secure communication standards and protocols
• Familiar with cybersecurity principles as they apply to hardware design and implementation
• Knowledge of environmental testing and qualification processes for communication hardware
• Previous experience working in a defense or aerospace company
• Active SECRET Security Clearance or HIGHER

What We Offer

• 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, and 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
• Eligible for relocation
• And more!

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