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Prattwhitney lists this Senior Project Engineer - Collins Test Engineering Solutions (Onsite) opportunity in cedar rapids, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About the Company
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.
Role Overview
The Collins Test Solutions Engineering (CTSE) organization is looking for a motivated individual to be a Senior Project Engineer leading multidisciplinary teams of engineers (including systems, mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines) developing complex test engineering solutions. The CTSE organization is a global engineering organization responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of automated test solutions in support of operations, service & support, as well as external customers including armed services and airlines both domestic and international.
As a key member of the CTSE leadership team, the Senior Project Engineering ensures the successful execution of test solution projects from inception, through deployment to customers, as well as long-term support. Typical test solutions custom designed electrical hardware as well as COTS components such as switch systems, oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power supplies and other related equipment coupled with custom software for performing Environmental Stress Screening as well as testing circuit card assemblies and top-level products.
What You Will Do
Lead project technical execution and maintain performance metrics for decision making and continuous improvement purposes
Manage project scope (requirements and change requests) ensuring it meets agreed to commitments
Generate and maintain project schedules with understood dependencies, deliveries, and critical path
Utilize Earned Value (EV) methods for managing project budget (and schedule)
Ensure project meets quality expectations
Identify risks and opportunities and resolve them through proactive ownership
Prepare well-crafted presentations reporting project status to leadership teams
Develop Engineering estimates and proposals for potential projects and gaining organizational buy-in
Qualifications
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
Prior project leadership of multidiscipline engineering teams and managing customer relationships
Master of Engineering or Master of Business Administration (preferred)
6+ years experience with: Strong leadership traits and practices
Sound technical knowledge in at least one of the following engineering disciplines: systems, mechanical, electrical, or software
Ability to establish and maintaining effective customer relationships
Outstanding oral, written, and formal presentation communication skills
Sharp critical thinking approaches
Attention to detail
Excellent organizational and time management skills to effectively execute multiple active projects
Proficiency with developing and maintaining schedules using Microsoft Project
Knowledge of Avionics products
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
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!
Eligible for relocation assistance
Location
US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-112 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 112
Contract Type
Onsite
Eligibility and Security Clearance
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
Salary
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.
Benefits
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.
Role Details
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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Company Background
RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
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Worksite address
cedar rapids, IA, 52404, US
Who can apply
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