Date Posted:
2024-12-13
Country:
United States of America
Location:
HIL01: Rockford - Plant 1 2421 11th Street , Rockford, IL, 61104 USA
Position Role Type:
Hybrid
We are seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our dynamic, multi-disciplinary team within the Supplier Designed Equipment (SDE) Electro-Mechanical Interface Device(s) (EMIDs) Hydro-Mechanical Make group in the Engine Control Systems organization. This role involves executing engineering tasks in a fast-paced environment, focusing on the development and integration of components for engine programs.
As a Senior Project Engineer, you will collaborate closely with suppliers and customers to design, develop, and enhance aerospace components for both commercial and military engine programs. You will be responsible for all technical aspects of electromechanical devices that interface electronic controls with mechanical systems. If you thrive on tackling challenges, working with cross-functional teams, and contributing innovative ideas, this position in Rockford, Illinois could be the perfect fit for you. Join us and become part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and personal growth.
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What You Will Do
- Lead the technical execution of EMIDs design from requirement development and design through verification, validation, and production incorporation, using Engineering Standard Work.
- Manage project scope, schedule, cost, risk, and ensure adherence to commitments while utilizing Earned Value (EV) methods.
- Coordinate and lead team meetings, drive action item closures, and develop project schedules with dependencies and critical paths.
- Oversee hardware development configurations, address procurement challenges, and support process certification and production incorporation.
- Develop and review system concepts, design requirements, test procedures, and technical documents; analyze and report test results.
- Investigate issues from service or engine tests, implement Relentless Root Cause & Corrective Action (RRCA), and support process improvement and Engineering Standard Work.
- Review and ensure supplier has the technical capabilities and correctly interprets, allocates, derives, validates, and traces the requirements during the design and testing of the product, validating through design reviews.
- Create and manage schedules, budgets for new business proposals, and ensure clear communication of technical requirements to suppliers.
- Coordinate engineering change activities and collaborate with various departments including Program Management Office, Supplier Quality, Program Quality, Service Engineering, Aftermarket Program Management, Supply Chain Management and Value Stream Management.
- Implement and utilize CORE Tools and processes to ensure robust design.
- Engage appropriate technical expertise from within Collins to cover areas outside of their engineering background or experience.
- Perform system and component requirements review and compliance assessments
- 10% domestic travel may be required
Qualifications You Must Have
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience.
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
- Must have or be capable of obtaining a US Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation/reinstatement and must meet eligibility requirement
Qualifications We Prefer
- Must be an independent, self-motivated individual with strong project management skills.
- Experience in working with suppliers, customers, and cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency in electrical circuits, electro mechanics, hydraulics, magnetics, electronics, instrumentation, motion control, servomechanisms, sensors, and effectors.
- Familiarity with 3D design tools, engineering materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint, Project).
- Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities.
- Outstanding oral, written, and presentation communication skills.
- Strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and excellent organizational and time management abilities.
What We Offer
Benefits
- 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!
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Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.
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This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program. The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey. Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience. Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.
Minimum Program Qualifications:
- Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application.
- Have prior experience in functional area of interest.
- Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position.
We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!
*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
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.
Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day.
The salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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