Principal Project Engineer - Air Combat Training; Onsite

Principal Project Engineer – Air Combat Training (Onsite)

Join Collins Aerospace as a Principal Project Engineer focused on Air Combat Training.

HIA
32:
Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA  USA

U.S. citizenship required. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance required.

The Air Combat Test & Training (ACTT) Department develops digital training systems for U.S. warfighters, providing realistic combat simulations.

• Lead engineering efforts for new technologies and customer needs.
• Build strong relationships and communicate with team members, suppliers, and customers.
• Perform CAM duties: plan, manage, and communicate project cost, schedule, and risk.
• Coordinate bid and proposal preparation.
• Manage multiple competing tasks and balance priorities.
• Travel up to 20% of the time.

• STEM degree with minimum 8 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with minimum 5 years, or in absence of a degree, 12 years of experience.
• Must have or be able to obtain a DoD security clearance.
• Experience making decisions that impact cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Exceptional communication and teamwork skills.

• Customer‑facing experience.
• Experience with development, integration, test, installation, or support of military networking equipment, avionics, or radios.
• Background as a CAM using earned‑value management.
• Experience with Agile Project Management.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Current DoD Secret or above clearance preferred.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance & disability coverage.
• Optional pet, home, auto insurance, and additional covers.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Health & wellness incentives, incentives program, and virtual health services.
• Domestic & international travel support.
• And more.

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 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.

Visit our website for application and additional information.

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