Principal Engineer, Project Engineering (Onsite)

Date Posted : 2025-09-19

Country :

United States of America

Location :

01 : Building 01 Windsor Locks One Hamilton Road, Windsor Locks, CT, 06096 USA

Position Role Type : Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements :

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance :

DoD Clearance : Secret

We are seeking a Principal Engineer to join our Electro-mechanical Interface Devices (EMIDS) team within the Supplier Designed Equipment (SDE) Engineering organization, based onsite in Windsor Locks, CT.

In this role, you will play a key part in the design and development of EMIDS for Engine Control Systems (ECS). These critical components serve as the physical interface between electronic controls and mechanical systems and your work will directly impact system performance, reliability, and innovation.

You’ll collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and project managers, leading technical efforts in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. From concept to production, you will be responsible for driving the engineering process and delivering high-quality electromechanical solutions that meet complex technical requirements.

If you're ready to take on a high-impact role at the intersection of electrical and mechanical systems, we want to hear from you.

What You Will Do

Lead EMIDS design projects from requirements development through production, using Engineering Standard Work.

Manage project scope, including requirements and change requests, to meet commitments.

Develop and maintain schedules with clear dependencies, deliverables, and critical paths.

Use Earned Value (EV) methods to manage project budget and timeline.

Identify and resolve risks and opportunities through proactive ownership.

Communicate clearly and confidently with peers and leadership.

Oversee hardware configuration throughout the development process.

Develop and review system concepts and design requirements.

Lead investigations of issues from service or engine testing.

Research and select electromechanical devices for Collins applications.

Review interface documents and supplier manufacturing drawings.

Create and execute development test procedures and reports.

Analyze and report test results.

Ensure process adherence to minimize engineering risks.

Interpret and mark up drawings; manage release process.

Create schedules and budgets for new business proposals.

Apply CORE tools for effective RCCA.

Assess supplier technical capabilities.

Support cost, weight, and process improvement initiatives.

Align supplier technology readiness with Collins control systems strategy.

Mentor junior engineers in best practices and Standard Work.

Qualifications You Must Have

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

Strong project management skills, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource coordination.

Familiarity with CORE tools and processes for continuous improvement and Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA).

Working knowledge of magnetics, electronics, instrumentation, motion control, servomechanisms, sensors, and effectors.

Experience with 3D design tools, engineering materials, and manufacturing processes.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint, and Project.

Experience working with cross-functional teams across departments and business units.

Excellent oral, written, and presentation communication skills.

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

High attention to detail and accuracy.

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!

Eligible for relocation

Learn More & Apply Now!

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second.  Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

• Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

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.

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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. 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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