Project Engineer / Technical Project Manager - P2 Special Programs

Date Posted: 2026-07-06 Country: United States of America Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-143 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 143 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: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 Job Description 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. Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Engineer Project Engineer (PE) / Technical Program Manager (TPM) for a Team located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This position is responsible for leading the engineering team to support and deploy mission critical capabilities to the warfighter. As part of Collins Mission Systems, we specialize in developing advanced communications systems, ground and flight computers, sensors, cyber and software solutions, as well as providing integration of Mission Systems. The candidate will have unique opportunities to work directly with our military customers, engineering and program management teams, systems, hardware, and software engineers that are leading experts in their fields. As a PE, you will be tasked with leading product development cycles and integrating with multi-functional teams. Successful candidates will be responsible for performing under limited supervision all tasks normally associated with the Project Engineer discipline, including bid and proposal work, operating budgets, management of program schedules and financial terms/conditions of contract. Monitors and assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer-satisfaction goals and objectives. This role is onsite in Cadar Rapids, Iowa. Sign-on Bonus Eligible What You Will Do Serve as the primary technology and engineering focal point for leadership and the customer on various programs Responsible to guide engineering development in accordance with the Management Systems, Engineering Process, requirements, budget, and schedule. Develops and monitors project plans, schedules, and budgets for small to mid-size projects and suggests appropriate adjustments to ensure adherence to the established project plan, schedule, and budget. Provide Earned Value Management (EVM) analysis on assigned programs Lead development, planning and executing SETR events (PDR, CDR, TRR, etc) Define and manage technical risks & opportunities and develop and execute mitigation plans Provide guidance to multidisciplined teams, leading effective working sessions and trade studies, cultivating and reinforcing group values, and identifying, analyzing and correcting technical problems Work to influence within and outside of work area at an operational level regarding policies, practices, and procedures within the organization Coach, review, and delegate work to lower-level professionals Works with resource managers to ensure that the project is appropriately staffed. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations. Candidate must be well organized and able to communicate effectively with engineering team, leadership and customers. Experience in avionics systems development, verification/validation, and interfaces would be beneficial. EVM experience and familiarity with government reporting requirements for earned value Experience acting as of Project Management, Control Account Management (CAM), and earned value Experience in technical risk & opportunity management Experience in Leading Bid and Proposals for Defense TINA compliant bids Proposal support experience including writing Basis of Estimates (BOEs) Familiarity with Agile processes/methodologies Understanding of Engineering, support for Systems Engineering, Software, Hardware, and Firmware development and collaboration 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 Qualifications We Prefer Experience or exposure to leading team with applications such as Microsoft Project, Confluence/JIRA Agile experience as a Scrum Master, Product Owner, or other Agile leadership roles Familiarity with bidding and project/task estimation tools (e.g., SEER products) Competence in peer review processes, configuration, and change management Understanding of military concepts of operations or Data, Displays and Controls What We Offer Some of our competitive benefits package includes:  Medical, dental, and vision insurance Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees Generous 401(k) plan tha