Principal Project Engineer

5 days ago

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States RTX Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Project Engineer to lead the engineering effort for our Air Combat Test and Training (ACTT) Department. As a key member of our Mission Systems team, you will be responsible for producing, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and delivering air combat test and training hardware.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the engineering effort to produce, test, troubleshoot, repair, and deliver air combat test and training hardware
  • Serve as a point of contact to coordinate between engineering, operations, suppliers, and program management/value stream leaders
  • Drive efforts to mature and transition products to full-rate factory production
  • Facilitate root cause corrective action investigations and coordinate follow-on efforts to improve yields and reduce manufacturing time
  • Estimate, track, and communicate cost, schedule, and risk in support of program earned value metrics
  • Lead team to update, review, and release drawings and documentation
  • Coordinate writing and approval of change orders, engineering change proposals, and waivers
  • Innovate to improve technical solutions and process efficiency
  • Build strong relationships, effectively influence, and communicate with team members, suppliers, and internal and external customers
  • Manage multiple competing tasks while balancing priorities
Requirements
  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 8 years of prior relevant experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience is required
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret Security Clearance is required
  • U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
  • Experience with the manufacture and production of complex Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) or Line Replaceable Units (LRUs)
  • Experience making decisions that impact cost, schedule, and technical performance
  • Proven exceptional communication and teamwork skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • Background as Control Account Manager (CAM) using earned value management
  • Experience with the integration, test, and production of military avionics or radios
  • Strong critical thinking and analytical skills and action-oriented problem solver
  • Preferred applicants will currently hold a DoD Secret (or above) Security Clearance
Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, has emerged from agricultural roots into an affordable, vibrant community for living, working, and leisure. With over 275,000 people, the area offers residents a myriad of arts, entertainment, dining, and shopping options, yet the cost of living is 11% less than the national average and commute times are under 20 minutes.

Residents enjoy live performances in the Alliant Energy PowerHouse arena and historic downtown theaters. Sports enthusiasts get to experience the excitement of Big Ten games at the nearby University of Iowa and cheer on local minor league baseball, hockey, and soccer teams.

There are a diverse range of outdoor recreational opportunities among the region's extensive trails, parks, golf courses, rivers, and lakes.

This thriving city also boasts of excellent schools, top-tier hospitals, enriching museums, and a calendar filled with fun festivals and fairs.

Cedar Rapids stands as a dynamic community that blends affordability, entertainment, and family-friendly amenities, making it an ideal place to work, play, and call home.

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