Senior Principal Engineer – Aerothermal Fluids (Hybrid)

Date Posted:

2025-06-19

Country:

United States of America

Location:

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

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Collins Aerospace is looking for a Senior Principal Engineer to lead thermal fluid design for our Engine Control Systems (ECS) powering the next generation of aircraft. 

In this high-impact role, you'll shape the performance of systems like pumps, valves, and controls that keep engines running efficiently. You'll work alongside a top-tier engineering team and have a direct line to customers, suppliers, and product leadership. 

What You Will Do 

• Lead steady-state and transient thermal analyses on pumps, valves, electronics, heat exchangers, and more, using both analytical models and real-world test data 

• Plan, estimate, and execute complex aerodynamic and thermal designs across multiple aircraft programs 

• Analyze and improve systems such as Engine Bleed Air, Environmental Control, Air Distribution, Liquid & Vapor Cycle, and Inerting Systems 

• Develop and validate design changes based on heat transfer and fluid dynamics considerations 

• Document methods, results, processes, and procedures clearly and formally 

• Coach, delegate, and review work across a team of engineers 

• Communicate across disciplines and with customers, influencing design decisions and driving strategic direction 

• Contribute to new technologies, product strategies, and engineering standards that support long-term business goals 

Qualifications You Must Have 

• Requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience 

Qualifications We Prefer 

• M.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering 

• Hands-on experience with Star CCM+ or similar CFD/thermal simulation tools 

• Experience guiding product development from concept through qualification 

• Strong technical expertise in thermal fluids, aerodynamics, and heat transfer, and experience performing Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis 

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams 

• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and influencing skills at all organizational levels 

• Proven experience leading engineering efforts in complex aerospace systems 

What We Offer  

Some of our competitive benefits packages include:  

· Medical, dental, and vision insurance 

· Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees 

· Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer m