Senior Project Engineer (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with matching funds

Tuition reimbursement program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Rockford, Illinois is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead EMC projects. This role involves planning critical projects, managing budgets and schedules, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure program success.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in STEM with at least 5 years of experience in project engineering or program management. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a generous 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Prior experience in project engineering or program management required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders and teams.
• Manage program budgets and schedules.
• Coordinate and monitor EMC development and documentation.
• Lead EMC status meetings and track progress.

Skills

Project engineering

Program management

Change Management

Risk Management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Degree in STEM field and 5 years experience

Advanced degree with 3 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Senior Project Engineer – EMC Team (Electric Power Systems)

Senior Project Engineer will lead the planning and execution of critical EMC projects, including managing Integrated Master Schedules, overseeing program budgets through the Collins Earned Value Management System (EVMS), and driving change and risk management efforts. The role requires collaboration with EMC technical leads, cross‑functional teams, and internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders and cross‑functional teams in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment to support program success.
• Manage program budgets, schedules, and detailed program plans to ensure smooth execution while maintaining flexibility to adapt to changing conditions.
• Coordinate and monitor EMC development, qualification, and documentation activities, ensuring timely progress, high‑quality deliverables, and strong customer satisfaction.
• Lead EMC status meetings, partnering with technical leads to track progress, identify and mitigate risks, and implement recovery plans when needed.

Qualifications (Must Have)

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field with a minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Prior experience in project engineering or program management.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Experience developing and managing Integrated Master Schedules within Microsoft Project.
• Experience supporting Earned Value Management Systems to manage program budgets.
• Experience with Change Management and Risk Management tools and practices.
• Familiarity with EMI/EMC or other projects requiring compliance to environmental test standards (including DO‑160 and MIL‑STD‑461).
• Ability to work effectively with technical leads, stakeholders, and external partners.
• Clear, concise communication skills and the ability to lead status meetings.
• Analytical thinking to identify and resolve project challenges.

Job Requirements

• Location: 4747 Harrison Ave, Rockford, IL.
• Role Type: Onsite.
• Citizenship: U.S. citizen required.
• Security Clearance: None/Not required.
• Salary Range: 86,800 USD – 165,200 USD.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and employer retirement contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages such as 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 support.
• Adoption assistance.
• Autism benefit.
• Employee assistance program with up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You incentives and wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand and virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with applicable laws.