Principal Nacelle Systems Integration Engineer (Onsite)

Job ID: 01865101Posted: Posted 30 Days AgoStart Date: 2026-08-06Location: US-CA-CHULA VISTA-B107 ~ 850 Lagoon Dr ~ BLDG 107, Mail Zone 1-CCountry: United States of AmericaTime Type: Full timeDate Posted:2026-08-06 Country:United States of America Location:US-CA-CHULA VISTA-B107 ~ 850 Lagoon Dr ~ BLDG 107, Mail Zone 1-C Position Role Type:Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position.​ The company will not seek an export authorization for this role. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not RequiredAt 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.At Collins Aerospace, part of RTX Corporation, we are developing the next generation of aerospace nacelle and actuation technologies. Working with a highly collaborative team of technical innovators, you will help shape advanced aerospace products and technologies that support the future of flight. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the full product lifecycle, from concept development through to certification, production, and in-service support. As a Principal Nacelle Systems Integration Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the integration of actuation (or similar) systems and sub-systems throughout the product life cycle from requirements capture to entry into service and in-service support. You will be responsible for driving the design and integration activities within multidisciplinary engineering teams and with customers. What You Will Do:Executing and enforcing requirements capture, management and flow down. Leading the system or subsystem architecture and integration into the Nacelle and airplane systems. Ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory, and in-service requirements Supporting system integration and installation activities across actuation systems and interfacing equipment.Conducting design reviews and delivering technical presentations to internal and external stakeholders.Leading risk identification, risk mitigation, and design assurance activities.Investigating product issues during development, qualification, production, and in-service operation.Supporting failure investigations and corrective action programmes.Supporting customer engagement activities and new business opportunities <15% international travel as needed.Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience oran Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.Experience in Requirement Management and associated tools. Experience with MBSE principal and tools. Experience in qualification and certification of aircraft systems. Experience with ARP4754 and/or ARP4761Experience with of D0-254 & D0178 Qualifications We Prefer: Experience with requirements management tools (DOORs, Polarion, or equivalent) Model Base System Engineering concepts and toolsExperience supporting technical investigations and root cause analysis activities Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering global teams Strong organizational and planning skills with attention to detail Highly competent with PowerPoint, word, excel.Demonstrated understanding of the Aerospace systems and components product life cycle. Demonstrated experience in component and systems integration into Nacelles or equivalent structure. Demonstrated experience in component and systems integration into engine and aircraft systems. Strong understanding of design and integration of electro-mechanical actuation systems or equivalent systems. What We Offer:Benefits: 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 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!  This role may be eligible for relocation.Learn More & Apply Now!Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course, that wouldn’t be possible without the capabilities and technologies of our organization, as well as our engineers – a highly skilled, accomplished network that spans more than 180 sites, 24 countries and 6 Strategic Business Units (SBUs).Our industry-leading experts are setting the standards for the aerospace industry and paving the way for the future. But as new challenges present themselves, we need fresh, creative and motivated minds to overcome these hurdles, help us break barriers and achieve new levels of innovation. Do you have what it takes to join a global organization that doesn’t shy away from big opportunities? If so, we invite you to join our ranks and create the next generation of aerospace technologies.Together, we will nurture an engineering culture that values intellectual curiosity, risk takers and integrity. A place where we will challenge ourselves, our teams, and the status quo and where we will work to find a way – the right way – to achieve what others can only dream of.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 that’s redefining aerospace, every day. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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 118,300 USD - 224,900 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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