Principal Propulsion Project Engineer (onsite)

Project EngineerCollins 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 candidate will drive technical leadership while supporting program design, development, and testing of Propulsion components and subsystems. The position will be responsible for day-to-day technical coordination and execution leadership for projects and work packages within the scope of a Project Chief Engineer. The Project Engineer, nominally, would operate under the technical direction of a Program Chief Engineer, but for Production support, the Project Engineer works with the Program Management organization and coordinates with the engineering teams for resolution support.What You Will DoYou will support the technical design authority of the Project Chief Engineer by coordinating cross-discipline engineering activities at the project level. Ensure that mechanical, electrical, software, systems, and other discipline teams are integrated and working to a consistent set of requirements, interfaces, and design baselines.You will help design, communicate, and implement detailed project plans, including task breakdowns, schedules, and cost estimates for the engineering scope.

Lead the day-to-day execution of project controls, tracking progress against plan and providing timely status on technical, cost, and schedule performance.You will prepare and coordinate project-level technical inputs to proposals, work statements, specifications, and estimates. Ensure that project scope, assumptions, and constraints are clearly defined and aligned with higher-level program and product objectives.You will translate design concepts and criteria into executable engineering tasks. Coordinate integration and test activities, ensuring that configurations, procedures, and results support verification, validation, and, where applicable, certification/qualification objectives.You will monitor day-to-day progress, identify emerging technical and operational issues, and drive or coordinate their resolution to minimize impact on schedule and cost. Work with functional managers and Project Chief Engineers to secure the resources, information, and decisions needed to keep the project on track.You will provide clear, concise technical and project status to Project Chief Engineers, Program Management, and other stakeholders. Ensure that risks, issues, and dependencies are visible and that actions are tracked to closure.Qualifications You Must HaveHeavy experience in Production support into engineering, including SRI/UAI coordination and reportingStrong analytical skills including strong knowledge of physics, dynamics, and statics.Experience with workload breakdown into functional engineering and operations teamsExperience presenting design solutions to internal and external customersExperience with reading and understanding technical 2D PDF drawings.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 experienceU.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S.

citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.Qualifications We PreferA minimum of 5 years of aerospace engineering experience, preferably with production supportB.S. or M.S. in Engineering, Aerospace or Mechanical preferred3D CAD experience with high end CAD software (e.q. NX, Solidworks, Catia)Previous experience in the aerospace and defense industry preferredPrevious experience with aircraft cockpit, crew station, escape system, ejection seat, or crew systems designPrevious experience with machining, sheet metal, composites, and fabric designPrevious experience with energetic cartridge actuated devices, propellant actuated devices or Linear charges.Previous experience of aerospace/military specificationsPrevious experience with FEA or Strength hand calculationsWhat We OfferMedical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursement programStudent Loan Repayment ProgramLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsOvia Health, fertility, and family planningAdoption AssistanceAutism BenefitEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessionsHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards programDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsBright Horizons, child and elder care servicesTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion programThis role may be eligible for relocationAnd 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.Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.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.Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day.