Principal Project Engineer (ONSITE)

Date Posted: 2026-10-13 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA1 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 1 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 Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, 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. The Strategic Communication Systems (SCS) team is seeking a Principal Project Engineer (PE) to join and expand our distinguished team to develop state-of-the-art communications systems. The PE has primary accountability for meeting technical requirements and scope for the program, including engineering costs and schedule commitments, and serves as the primary technical execution interface. The PE is the single Engineering point of contact accountable for leading all Engineering activities on the program. What You Will Do Ensure overall Engineering execution within the program, having decision authority over Engineering activities Manage overall budget and schedule for program Engineering tasks, working closely with the engineering discipline organizations to review program execution on a periodic basis to ensure meeting schedule and cost Ensure staffing forecasts are accurate and up to date, and work with Engineering discipline organizations to ensure appropriate staffing is assigned - local, distributed and/or supplier Provide oversight and review all program metrics for engineering, ensuring application of Technical Performance Measures (TPMs) across the program as a means for measuring technical progress and assessing risk Provide accurate and timely status reports to Program and Engineering organizations Interact with suppliers key to program/engineering success Develop executable Estimates at Completion (EAC) for the program in collaboration with the responsible Engineering Cost Account Managers Oversee and manage engineering Risks and Opportunities across the program, leveraging the enterprise to mitigate key risks and capture opportunities Conduct Engineering Bid Reviews (EBRs) and Engineering Program Reviews (EPRs) at authorized levels Support Program Management Reviews (PMRs) for all Engineering matters Qualifications You Must Have Experience as a Project Engineer, Technical Subcontract Manager, or Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with multidisciplinary teams of system design professionals including systems, electrical, mechanical, software, and logistics engineers Working knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines with a strong focus on communications systems development and military electronics Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) Knowledge of Risk and Opportunity management Active and transferable SECRET clearance is required prior to start date U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance 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 agile and, or DevSecOps development methodologies Demonstrated ability to lead a development team through transition to production Experience developing satellite communications systems 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 insurance, critical illness insurance, 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! #J-18808-Ljbffr