Principal Project Engineer

Collins Aerospace; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a seasoned Project Engineer to lead planning, execution, and integration across complex aerospace programs onsite in Largo, FL. The role requires a current Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and broad experience coordinating cross functional teams.

You will drive schedules, budgets, and technical milestones, perform trade studies, and lead efforts to deliver high‑quality solutions aligned with program goals. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics with 8+ years of experience, or an advanced degree with 5+ years.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required prior to start date.
• 8+ years of demonstrated Project Engineering experience with a proven track record.
• Ability to communicate and present to all levels of staff and management.
• Strong organization, coordination, planning, and teaming skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans, including scope, schedule, and budget with WBS alignment.
• Drive technical execution and ensure high‑quality results on time and within budget.
• Integrate complex systems across teams to deliver cohesive solutions.
• Achieve technical objectives and milestones for program success.
• Lead trade studies to evaluate design, performance, and cost effectiveness.

Skills

Project Engineering

Stakeholder Communication

Leadership

Agile Methodologies

Risk Management

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

Job description

Location: US-FL-LARGO-382SR ~ 7887 Bryan Dairy Rd ~ BLDG 600

Date Posted: 2026-09-15

Country: United States of America

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: TS/SCI - Current

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

This position is located onsite in Large FL and requires a current/active US Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.

What You Will Do

• Develop and Manage Project Plans: Lead the planning and coordination of project scope, schedule, and budget, ensuring alignment with the program's Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).


• Drive Technical Execution: Oversee the successful implementation of project activities, delivering high‑quality results on time and within budget.


• Integrate Complex Systems: Ensure seamless integration of program and product components, fostering collaboration across teams to deliver cohesive solutions.


• Achieve Technical Objectives: Set and accomplish key technical milestones, driving innovation and meeting program goals.


• Lead Trade Studies: Conduct and manage trade studies to evaluate and optimize design, performance, and cost‑effectiveness.

What You Will Learn

• Project Management Fundamentals: Gain hands‑on experience in planning, executing, and managing project scope, schedule, and budget.


• Strategic Decision‑Making: Develop the ability to conduct trade studies and make data‑driven decisions that balance technical performance, cost, and schedule.


• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Strengthen leadership skills by guiding teams and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.


• Driving Innovation: Collaborate on defining and executing product roadmaps that align with customer needs and business objectives.


• Resource Optimization: Build expertise in managing budgets, schedules, and resources to drive program success.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations, with a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience. In the absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience is required.


• Active and transferable Top Secret U.S. government‑issued security clearance with SCI eligibility is required prior to the start date.


• 8+ years of demonstrated Project Engineering experience with a proven track record.


• Experience effectively communicating and presenting with all levels of management and individual contributors on the program team.


• Strong organization, coordination, planning, and teaming skills, with excellent oral and written communication abilities.


• Demonstrated success working in team or matrixed environments.


• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Security clearance with SCI eligibility is required prior to start date


• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Proficiency in Project Management Tools: Experience using Microsoft Project, Jira, or similar platforms for scheduling, task management, and tracking project progress.


• Agile Methodology Expertise: Strong understanding and application of Agile methodologies, including SCRUM, for iterative development and team collaboration.


• Risk Management: Skilled in identifying potential risks, developing mitigation strategies, and implementing proactive solutions to ensure project success.


• Requirements Management: Experience in decomposing, prioritizing, and managing technical and functional requirements throughout the project lifecycle.


• Cross‑Functional Leadership: Proven ability to collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams, ensuring alignment across engineering, operations, and program leadership to achieve objectives.

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 illnessinsurance, 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


• Relocation assistance may be provided


• And more!

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

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As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in‑person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on‑site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all 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.