Sr. Project Engineer - Sensors and Integrated Systems - Ice Rain and Stall (IRSS) (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-09-08 Country: United States of America Location: US-MN-BURNSVILLE-NORTH ~ 2900 County Rd 42 W ~ NORTH BLDG Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins 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. Sensors and Integrated Systems – Ice Rain and Stall (IRSS) Engineering is seeking a senior Project Engineer to support continued growth within the product organization. In this high visibility role, the Senior Project Engineer will coordinate and report on a cross-functional design team of systems, hardware, software, and test engineers. The Senior Project Engineer will have direct responsibility for management & development activities associated with the project budget, detailed Microsoft Project Schedule, individual work packages, earned value reporting of SPI and CPI, as well as technical reporting of metrics on key project activities associate with IRS products. The Senior Project Engineer is also responsible for documenting various program activities such as risk and opportunity management, earned value, resource management, and capture and closure of action items. What You Will Do: Confidently provide clear, concise communications with peers and Collins leadership. Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets for projects and suggest appropriate adjustments to ensure adherence to the established project plan, schedule, and budget. Record and document delays, changes in scope, and any other incidents that impact the scope of work or schedule to ensure smooth project operations. Identify project risks, opportunities and mitigation plans for impacted projects. Pursue cost saving opportunities to maximize project profitability. Perform critical path analysis; prepare and implement work‑around plans to ensure the successful completion of projects. Conduct meetings and consolidate and present plans and progress reports relating to business aspects of the project. Identify and react to project problems and recommend solutions, such as reallocating resources or changing contractual specifications. Direct all phases of the project from inception through completion. Oversee and coordinate the administrative and operational aspects of ongoing projects within program guidelines. Liaise between project management and planning, project teams, and production line management. Review project and budget status, manage schedules, and prepare reports. Manage and coordinate systems, hardware and software development configurations throughout the engineering process. Monitor and assess project issues; develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer‑satisfaction goals and objectives. Direct the work of employees assigned on projects in technical development activities. Establish design work scope content for concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product development, integration, and test. Meet program schedules and budgets; maintain the integrated master schedules for the project. Construct effort and cost estimates for future work and pursuits with customers QualificationsYou Must Have: Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience Qualifications We Prefer: Progressive technical and leadership responsibility on electronic development and integration programs Understanding of RTCA DO-178, RTCA DO-254, and RTCA DO-160 requirements Experience with MS Project, Excel, and PowerPoint Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) What We Offer Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 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 illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits Carrot Health to hormonal health, fertility, and family building 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! 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. 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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 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. 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