Principal Project Engineer Technical Program Manager (TPM) (ONSITE)

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-Th St NE BLDG 139

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen U.S. Person or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Collins Aerospace an RTX company is a global leader in advanced intelligent solutions for aerospace and defense. Our Mission Systems business develops cutting-edge communications systems computing solutions sensors cyber capabilities and integrated mission technologies that support the warfighter.

We are seeking a Principal Project Engineer - Technical Program Manager (TPM) to join the Open Systems Solutions (OSS) Products Team in Cedar Rapids Iowa. The OSS organization delivers next-generation open architecture products designed for rapid capability deployment and modular system integration.

As a TPM you will provide program leadership across multi-functional engineering teams ensuring alignment of schedule cost customer commitments and program execution. You will partner closely with engineering operations supply chain and program management teams to deliver successful outcomes for our military customers.

What You Will Do
Lead program planning and execution across the full development lifecycle ensuring delivery against cost schedule and contractual commitments
Coordinate major engineering events and reviews (PDR CDR TRR) by driving preparation tracking action items and ensuring cross-functional readiness
Provide Earned Value Management (EVM) analysis and support required government reporting
Identify track and mitigate program risks and opportunities ensuring timely communication and decision-making
Facilitate cross-functional working sessions to align engineering operations and customer stakeholders.
Manage program schedules budgets staffing plans and execution metrics
Support bids and proposals including BOEs schedule development and cost estimates
Maintain strong customer relationships through regular engagement status reviews and issue resolution
Coach and mentor junior program managers in execution discipline and program leadership best practice
10% Travel Required

Qualifications You Must Have
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and government program reporting requirements
Demonstrated ability to plan manage and execute complex technical programs
Familiarity with Agile principles and methodologies
Experience coordinating or supporting multi-disciplinary engineering teams (software hardware systems etc.)
Strong communication skills and comfort working directly with customers and external partners
Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain Top Secret after start date
U.S. citizenship only (dual citizenship not permitted) is required as access to information under this program/contract is restricted to individuals with sole U.S. citizenship
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
Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (SysML Cameo Rhapsody)
Experience with MS Project Confluence JIRA or similar tools
Technical risk & opportunity management
Agile leadership experience (Scrum Master Product Owner etc.)
Experience with bidding estimating tools (SEER) and BOE development
Familiarity with military CONOPS
Design-to-cost design-for-manufacturing background or experience transitioning products to production
Existing SAP clearance

What We Offer
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 insurancecritical illnessinsurance group legal ID theft protection
Birth adoption parental leave benefits
Carrot Health to hormonal 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
This position is eligible for relocation assistance
And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

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 youll 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.

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
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 thats redefining aerospace every day.

Employee Referral Eligible

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 107500 USD - 204500 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 candidates 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 companys 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 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 state or federal 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.

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