Engineering Project Assistant

Date Posted:

2026-07-31

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-112 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 112

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

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. 

 The Engineering Project Assistant will provide administrative and project coordination support by managing procurement and kitting activities, tracking project tasks, coordinating documentation and software revisions, overseeing peer review processes, preparing shipping documentation, and collaborating with engineers and cross-functional teams to ensure projects are completed efficiently and on schedule.

What You Will Do: 

• Provide administrative support to project engineers and teams.

• Submit procurement requests for necessary parts, ensuring all specifications and quantities are accurately ordered.

• Oversee receipt and organization of ordered parts for the kitting process.

• Submit completed kits to the build team, ensuring all parts are available.

• Preparing domestic and international shipping memos

• Track work requests using Jira or other project management tools.

• Assist in coordinating the release and revisions of documentation and software.

• Manage Peer Reviews, including creating reviews, tracking action items, and closing out the process.

• Communicate effectively with peers, engineers, and other departments.

• Collaborate to achieve objectives and resolve issues.

Qualifications You Must Have: 

• Typically requires HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience 

• Experience in parts ordering and inventory management

• US Citizen or Permanent Residence

Qualifications We Prefer: 

• Parts ordering or inventory management using SAP

• Organizational and time management skills

• Attention to detail

• Proficiency with Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Oral and written communication skills

 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 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! 

   

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