Principal Project Engineer - Electronics Systems Integration Team (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2024-10-01

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HNC32: US096-Winston-Salem (Oak Plaza 190 Oak Plaza Boulevard , Winston-Salem, NC, 27105 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Join Our Team as a Principal Project Engineer – Electronics Systems Integration

Are you ready to make an impact in aerospace innovation? As a Principal Project Engineer on our Electronics Systems Integration Team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of premium class seating, delivering advanced electro-mechanical systems that elevate the in-flight experience. Your work will drive comfort and functionality, creating unforgettable journeys for passengers around the world.

This is more than just an engineering role – it's an opportunity to lead projects that challenge you to innovate, manage, and deliver with excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced, highly technical environment where your leadership and technical skills can truly shine, we invite you to join us.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee the design, development, and integration of electro-mechanical actuation systems for premium seating.
• Manage project plans, budgets, and schedules for mid-sized projects, ensuring all aspects stay on track.
• Lead cross-functional teams, coordinating between project management, engineering, and production to meet timelines and quality standards.
• Solve complex technical challenges, adapting to changes and proactively identifying solutions.
• Deliver clear communication through project reports, status updates, and technical presentations, keeping stakeholders informed and engaged.
• Ensure all project phases, from concept to certification, are completed within budget and on time.
• Drive cost-saving opportunities and continuously monitor project profitability.
• Provide leadership in establishing design concepts, engineering efforts, and testing for product research and development.

What you will learn:

• Project Management Expertise: You'll develop strong project management skills by overseeing the full lifecycle of projects from planning and initiation through to execution, monitoring, and closure. This includes managing project plans, schedules, and budgets effectively.
• Leadership and Team Management: You'll have the opportunity to lead a team of experienced professionals and team leaders, learning how to motivate and guide them towards achieving project goals. This involves setting priorities, allocating tasks, and ensuring that everyone is aligned with project objectives.
• Technical Proficiency: You'll deepen your technical knowledge in aerospace interiors systems, particularly focusing on development, design, and certification processes. This role provides hands-on experience in managing complex technical manufacturing and engineering tasks.
• Problem Solving and Decision Making: You'll enhance your ability to identify and address complex project problems, recommend solutions, and make decisions that impact project outcomes. This involves critical thinking, analytical skills, and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances

Qualifications you Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. RTX will not offer sponsorship for this position

Qualifications we Prefer:

• Excellent communication skills; written, in-person, virtual
• Excels at multitasking and staying organized while managing several different programs simultaneously
• Proficiency with MS suite of tools including Project and Excel required
• Experience with CAD software and Teamcenter preferred
• Project management skills, experience leading programs through lifecycle
• Project Management Certification (PMP) or equivalents preferred
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) preferred
• Experience in aerospace industry dealing with electrical certification (DO-160, DO-178, cybersecurity) preferred

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 that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strate