Senior Principal Project Engineer - Defense Programs Lead

RTX; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with matching funds

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability

Wellness program

Teladoc medical support

Adoption Assistance

Child and elder care support

Job summary

RTX Collins Aerospace is seeking an experienced program engineering leader to drive execution across all lifecycle stages. You will manage budgets, schedules, and staffing while coordinating between test teams and external partners to ensure program success.

The role requires a STEM degree with extensive technical program experience, and the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret clearance. Onsite work with limited travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with 10+ years experience, or an advanced degree with 7+ years.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary engineering projects across lifecycle stages.
• Experienced with project scheduling, EV management, and customer interactions.
• Proficient with MS Project or equivalent scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

• Could be responsible for engineering execution across all program phases.
• Oversee budgets and schedules for program engineering tasks.
• Develop a program execution plan coordinating test engineering and external groups.
• Ensure staffing forecasts are accurate and updated.
• Manage engineering risks and opportunities across the program.
• Ensure compliance with RLPM processes and design requirements.
• Lead a range of engineers from entry to senior levels.
• Stay aware of key technologies and competitive position.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Skills

Decision authority in engineering

Budget management

Staffing forecasts

Engineering risk management

Earned Value management

Executive briefing

Microsoft Project

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

RTX Collins Aerospace is seeking an experienced program engineering leader to drive execution across all lifecycle stages. You will manage budgets, schedules, and staffing while coordinating between test teams and external partners to ensure program success.

The role requires a STEM degree with extensive technical program experience, and the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret clearance. Onsite work with limited travel is expected.