Principal Program Chief Engineer - Engines & MEMS (ONSITE)

Date Posted:

2026-01-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MN-BURNSVILLE-MEMS ~ 14300 Judicial Rd ~ MEMS BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

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

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Program Chief Engineer to join our Engines & MEMS team at the Burnsville, Minnesota site. In this key leadership role, you will be responsible for driving engineering execution of a portfolio of investments spanning across the full product life cycle, from concept and development to manufacturing and sustainment. You will lead cross-functional engineering teams, represent engineering within the Value Stream, and ensure all program goals for cost, schedule, performance, and quality are met.

This is an onsite position based in Burnsville, Minnesota.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the engineering Integrated Program Team (IPT) through proposal, definition, design, verification, manufacturing, and sustainment phases.

• Serve as the Engineering representative within the program’s Value Stream, ensuring technical execution meets or exceeds cost, schedule, and performance targets.

• Own engineering responsibilities for Earned Value Management (EVMS), risk management, change control, and work scope oversight.

• Develop and manage annual budgets in collaboration with functional and program leadership.

• Create and maintain detailed schedules and plans that align with program and customer milestones (technical reviews, hardware deliveries, qualification testing, etc.).

• Track and analyze key performance metrics, implementing corrective actions to address negative trends.

• Represent Collins Aerospace in all engineering-related customer interactions, both virtual and in-person, fostering strong relationships and technical alignment.

• Identify and pursue recurring and non-recurring cost reduction opportunities.

• Lead resolution efforts for in-service product issues, ensuring thorough root cause investigations and timely corrective actions.

• Provide regular project updates to internal leadership across multiple levels of the organization.

• Direct and mentor assigned technical team members, support career development, and ensure proper training and tools are available to meet program goals.

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

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

• 8+ years of engineering experience in aerospace or a related industry, with at least 5 years in program or team leadership roles.

• Specific experience in pressure, temperature, and/or speed sensors used in turbofan engines and/or space rocketry.

• Proven experience managing complex engineering programs through the entire life cycle.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Strong knowledge of EVMS, risk management, change control, and systems engineering best practices.

• Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams to meet technical, budgetary, and schedule commitments.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage customers and leadership effectively.

• Experience with CORE, or continuous improvement initiatives is a plus.

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         

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