Senior Project Engineer (Hybrid)

RTX; Windsor Locks (CT); Presencial; USD 87.000 - 165.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with matching and otherRet

Descripción de la vacante

RTX’s Collins Engineering group in Windsor Locks seeks a Senior Project Engineer to lead fuel metering product initiatives and coordinate cross-functional engineering activities within a dynamic aerospace environment.

You will drive DVT/Qualification testing, manage program costs, and develop staffing plans using COBRA to meet milestones. Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this hybrid, onsite role at RTX Collins facilities.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in STEM with 5+ years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Experience in aerospace or similarly regulated industries is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilidades

• Partner with Collins Engineering leadership and the Collins Program Office to drive project execution, ensure cross-functional alignment, and achieve program objectives.
• Lead the execution of Design Verification Testing (DVT) and Qualification Testing in accordance with customer- and regulatory-approved test plans.
• Manage Total Manufacturing Cost (TMC) for assigned products and lead cost-reduction initiatives at the component and fuel metering product-line levels.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive engineering resource and staffing plans using the Collins Manpower Planning Tool (COBRA).
• Champion the implementation of RRCA processes to improve design integrity and ESW practices.
• Coordinate supplier-related engineering activities through resolution and closure, including QNs and SRIs.
• Lead and coordinate Collins Engineering Change Request (CR) activities for drawing revisions.
• Drive execution of technical requirements within cost and schedule targets using PMSS and IPD processes.
• Collaborate with Collins Supply Chain Management and MES Operations to resolve production challenges and improve yields.

Conocimientos

Hydraulic actuation systems

Fuel controls

MATLAB data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Herramientas

SAP

EPEC PLM

Siemens Teamcenter

Microsoft Project

Earned Value Management

Descripción del empleo

Date Posted:

2026-10-15

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1A ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1A

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Engine Control Systems (ECS) delivers complete jet engine control systems and accessory packages to the aerospace industry. From fuel delivery to ignition, ECS leverages its engineering expertise and manufacturing capabilities to design, qualify, and produce innovative, high-performance solutions for aerospace engine customers.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to lead and support initiatives within our Fuel Metering product line. This role will play a key part in coordinating cross-functional engineering and product activities, including design, fabrication, procurement, assembly, testing, and aftermarket investigations of engine control system fuel metering components.

The ideal candidate will bring strong project engineering expertise, excellent collaboration skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality solutions in a dynamic aerospace environment.

What You Will Do

• Partner with Collins Engineering leadership and the Collins Program Office to drive project execution, ensure cross-functional alignment, and achieve program objectives.
• Lead the execution of Design Verification Testing (DVT) and Qualification Testing in accordance with customer- and regulatory-approved test plans.
• Manage Total Manufacturing Cost (TMC) for assigned products and lead cost-reduction initiatives at the component and fuel metering product-line levels.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive engineering resource and staffing plans using the Collins Manpower Planning Tool (COBRA), including discipline-specific resource forecasts and outsourcing strategies to meet project milestones and budget targets.
• Champion the implementation of Relentless Root Cause and Corrective Action (RRCA) processes using applicable CORE tools to improve design integrity, eliminate recurring issues, and strengthen Engineering Standard Work (ESW) practices.
• Coordinate supplier-related engineering activities through resolution and closure, including fabrication and processing issues, Flight Safety Frozen Process Review Board deliverables, and responses to Supplier Quality Notices (QNs) and Supplier Requests for Information (SRIs).
• Lead and coordinate Collins Engineering Change Request (CR) activities, ensuring timely review, approval, and implementation of drawing and solid-model revisions.
• Drive execution of technical requirements within established cost and schedule targets by applying the Program Management System Standard (PMSS) and Integrated Product Development (IPD) team processes.
• Collaborate with Collins Supply Chain Management and Mechanical Engine Systems (MES) Operations to resolve production challenges, improve manufacturing performance, and achieve production yield targets.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree (typically in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations OR Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with hydraulic actuation systems, fuel controls, and/or similar mechanical or hydro-mechanical products.
• Knowledge of mechanical and hydro-mechanical principles, including hardware analysis, troubleshooting, and corrective action recommendations.
• Experience supporting engineering investigations, hardware troubleshooting, and engineering testing.
• Familiarity with data analysis, processing, and plotting using MATLAB or equivalent tools.
• Experience developing engineering test plans and documenting results in technical reports.
• Experience with fuel and/or hydraulic test rigs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience with Microsoft Project and Earned Value Management (EVM) is a plus.
• Experience working on or leading cross-functional engineering project teams.
• Familiarity with EPEC PLM and Siemens Teamcenter.
• Familiarity with SAP.

What We Offer

Benefits

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• 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
• And more!

Hybrid

Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other – propel us all higher, again and again.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.