Senior Principal Project Chief Engineer - AISD Non-Safety Routers; ONSITE
Listed on 2026-10-15
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Engineering
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Systems Engineer, Operations Management
Date PostedCountry
United States of America
LocationUS-MN-BURNSVILLE-WEST ~ 14300 Judicial Rd ~ WEST BLDG
Position Role TypeOnsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status RequirementsThe company will offer immigration sponsorship for this position, if needed. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.
Security Clearance TypeNone/Not Required
Security Clearance StatusNot Required
Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.
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.
As the Project Chief Engineer for AISD Non-Safety Routers, you will lead the engineering execution of a critical program, ensuring technical excellence and alignment with program goals. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including program management, manufacturing, and regulatory agencies, to deliver high-quality solutions that meet technical, cost, and schedule requirements. Your role will directly impact the success of the program and future manufacturing capabilities.
This is an onsite role that can be based in either Burnsville, Minnesota OR Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
What You Will Do- Serve as the primary engineering leader responsible for RLPM development activities.
- Act as the primary technical interface to manufacturing teams, program managers, customers, and regulatory agencies.
- Ensure engineering accountability for meeting technical requirements and program scope, including cost and schedule commitments.
- Oversee and ensure adherence to engineering processes throughout the project lifecycle.
- Liaise between Value Stream Leaders (VSL) and engineering Project Engineers (PEs) and Leads.
- Maintain Earned Value, financial management, and schedule maintenance for all related engineering activities.
- Manage risks and opportunities associated with engineering activities.
- Conduct Gate Reviews and define and drive the implementation of technical solutions.
- Support customer interactions and ensure alignment with regulatory and manufacturing requirements.
- Lead and support additional program activities as needed.
- Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience OR an Advanced degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
- Experience with project development in systems, software, or hardware engineering disciplines.
- Experience managing projects, including planning and tracking project status, creating and managing schedules, cost plans, and reporting to leadership.
- Experience interfacing with manufacturing teams.
- Knowledge of RLPM processes and practices.
- Aerospace industry experience is highly preferred
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