Defense Maritime Associate Project Engineer 1 (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-01-22

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B2 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 2

Position Role Type:

Unspecified

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

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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Collins Aerospace is looking for an Associate Project Engineer to join our Mission Systems team in Windsor Locks, Connecticut. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary group that pioneers engineering advancements in fuel cell technology, advanced life support, and field support for the US Navy and commercial customers. In this role, you will exercise the Integrated Product Development (IPD) process, helping the team transform early concepts into fully qualified customer solutions and supporting fielded fleet operations. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to make a real difference. As an Associate Project Engineer you will assist the team in developing ingenious design solutions, from concept to customer approval, potentially impacting the operations of entire fleets.

You will learn, exercise, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our Integrated Product Development process, and you'll get to showcase your knowledge by presenting to key stakeholders.

We're looking for someone with a passion for collaborating with a diverse team and interest in developing and supporting complex thermal-fluidic and electromechanical equipment. This is your chance to be part of the solution and shape the future of Maritime Defense. This role is onsite, in Windsor Locks, CT. This role may be eligible for relocation.

What You Will Do:

• You will have direct communication with customers, suppliers and internal Integrated Product Development Team (IPDT) – including daily tag-ups, weekly meetings, and quarterly meetings.
• You will assist in planning, scheduling, coordination and facilitation of meetings required for the project, as well as capture and publish meeting minutes and track, publish, and coordinate closure of action items.
• You will travel up to 30% periodically to support program needs.
• You will aid in coordination, tracking and driving to closure tasks that must be completed by the cross-functional team to meet contractual, technical, regulatory, budget, and schedule requirements as part of product development.
• You will process documentation, such as engineering changes, required as part of design, development, production and maintenance efforts.
• You will participate in providing customer occasional field support, which may include short-duration assists on deployed nuclear submarines.

What You Will Learn:

• You will learn to lead cross-functional teams for project execution.
• You will learn project management including budgets, schedules, and resources.
• You will gain in-depth knowledge of hydrogen fuel cell, oxygen, and electrolyzer based life. support and power generation systems.
• You will gain understanding of military contracts and regulations.
• You will sharpen communication skills for diverse technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree and 12 months or less of relevant professional work experience (excluding internships).
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Preferred educational background/focus in Systems, Mechanical, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Experience using a CAD and product data management tool such as Creo and Windchill.
• Familiarity with the engineering design/development process.
• Ability to read CAD drawing with understanding of Geometric Design and Tolerancing.
• Experience with systems containing valves, pumps, compressors, fans, heat exchangers, mixers, separators, sensors, and storage tanks.
• Previous submarine or spacecraft equipment experience.
• Previous knowledge and/or experience with U.S. Navy air revitalization systems and power management systems.

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