Sustaining (Project) Engineer

Date Posted:

2026-03-13

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-OH-TROY-101 ~ 101 Waco St ~ WACO

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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 Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

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. 

We are seeking a Sustaining (Project) Engineer for aircraft wheels and brakes. The role involves sustainment of in-service wheel and brake products through evaluation, planning, testing, and implementation of proposed changes. Changes may be associated with quality improvements, cost reduction, supply security, manufacturing efficiency, or performance improvements related to wheel brake components. In addition to managing longer-term projects, this position supports resolution of day-to-day manufacturing, supply chain, and field issues as they arise.

This position will be working onsite in Troy, OH. Relocation assistance is available.

What You Will Do

• Evaluate proposed product or manufacturing process changes and develop validation plans

• Document and justify changes by writing detailed, formal engineering reports
• Prepare and submit customer change approval documents

• Maintain drawings, specifications, and BOM’s for in-service programs
• Coordinate among manufacturing sites, suppliers, customers, and internal groups to gather information, meet milestones, and drive projects to completion.
• Prepare test plans, procure test hardware and materials, and analyze results
• Assist with evaluation and resolution of day-to-day manufacturing issues
• Communicate and present technical data to internal and external customers

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
• Experience reading and understanding mechanical drawings and 3D models
• Experience with writing and communicating technical information

Qualifications We Prefer

• Engineering project management experience
• Experience with Continuous Improvement (CI) tools and methodologies
• Aerospace industry experience
• Experience working in customer facing roles

What We Offer

Benefits

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 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           
• Autism Benefit  
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions  
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program 
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits  
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services 
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program  
•  And more!  

Learn More & Apply Now!​

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