Principal Engineer, Project Engineering (hybrid)

Principal Engineer, Project Engineering

We are seeking a Principal Engineer, Project Engineering to lead and manage engineering projects with a focus on scope, cost, schedule, and risk. This role is critical in driving collaboration across multiple functional teams, including systems and design engineers, program and project management, suppliers, and customers, to support the development and integration of electrical and mechanical systems for military engine programs.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and technical skills. This position may also involve mentoring and guiding team members, as directed by the Cost Account Manager (CAM), to ensure successful execution of engineering deliverables.

If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in a high-visibility role supporting defense programs, we'd love to hear from you.

What You Will Do

• Manage the design and integration of complex assemblies in accordance with Collins's product development process.

• This role may also require the individual to guide, mentor, and lead team members within the group as directed by the Cost Account Manager (CAM).

• The individual may also be responsible for Earned Value Reporting (SPI/CPI) and Cost Account Management (CAM) duties, as directed by the group's CAM.

• Develop basis of estimates (BOE) to support business proposals, including negotiating with the end customer.

• Provide design oversight for specifications, drawings, and test plans.

• Perform system and component requirements reviews and compliance assessments.

• Develop and manage project risk and mitigation plans.

• Develop and deliver detailed presentations for product design reviews.

• Support product verification, certification, and production incorporation.

• Conduct Relentless Root Cause & Corrective Action (RRCCA) investigations for field and production engine test component removals.

• Coordinate Class I and Class II engineering changes utilizing the Collins and Pratt & Whitney Configuration Control Board processes.

• Coordinate efforts with the Category 1 supplier to carry out any and all engineering tasks required to support program/customer milestones and objectives.

• Develop and present project status and closure plans to Collins, customer engineering, and program leadership.

Qualifications You Must Have

• 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

Qualifications We Prefer

• Demonstrated ability to use motivation, creativity, ownership, urgency, and strong interpersonal skills to drive results.

• Proven experience with effective planning and execution skills.

• Ability to multitask, meet challenging schedules, and deliver projects on budget.

• Experience working within a highly matrixed organization, collaborating with team members, suppliers, and customers.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Integrated Master Schedule/Project scheduling tools.

• Familiarity with CORE tools/systems to support project management and collaboration efforts is highly desirable.

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits packages include:

• 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, 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!

• May be Eligible for Relocation

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