SATCOM Senior Principal Project Engineer

Date Posted:

2026-03-25

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-RICHARDSON-C17 ~ 1717 Cityline Dr ~ CITYLINE C17

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Top Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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.

Join Collins Aerospace and be part of an innovative team dedicated to integrating Satellite Communication system into an airborne platform. Our MS Comms SATCOM/SHF team focuses on integrating Satellite Communication systems starting from requirements decomposition through procurement, development lab integration and system test.

We seek a Project Engineer (PE) to lead a team of engineers in the area of Satellite Communication systems. As the primary engineering leader for technical development teams, the PE will manage scope, schedule, budgets, risks, and opportunities. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong leadership, effective communication, and the ability to inspire teams. This position can be completed onsite from our Richardson (Cityline), TX, Marlborough, MA, or Largo, FL locations and may require occasional domestic travel.

What you will do:

• Lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team: Manage engineers from systems, electrical, mechanical, and test disciplines to ensure cohesive project execution.

• Deliver project scope within budget and schedule: Ensure all project objectives are met on time and within financial constraints.

• Drive technical project execution and integration: Oversee the technical aspects of the project to ensure seamless integration of all components.

• Serve as the primary customer technical interface: Act as the main technical point of contact for customer interactions and ensure their requirements are met.

• Guide engineering development per RTX Lifecyle Management Systems: Follow established processes and systems to maintain quality and consistency in engineering development.

• Define and monitor project scope, budget, and schedule: Work with the team to set clear project parameters and continuously track progress against these metrics.

• Report program execution to engineering leadership: Provide regular updates to Program Chief Engineer, Department Leaders, and the Engineering Director on project status and performance.

• Ensure appropriate project staffing: Collaborate with engineering discipline group managers to allocate the right resources and skills to the project.

• Identify and manage technical risks and opportunities: Proactively identify and mitigate potential issues and capitalize on opportunities to enhance project outcomes.

• Lead bid proposal efforts: Foster innovation and drive initiatives to secure new business opportunities.

• Availability for occasional domestic travel as required by the project.

Qualifications You Must have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience.

• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. 

• 8+ years of experience in technical project management: previous experience managing engineering projects, preferably in the aerospace or defense industry. Ownership of technical project execution through Requirements Development, Design and Development, through Test and Delivery.

• Previous work experience in systems, electrical, mechanical, or test engineering.

• Previous Leadership experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams.

• Previous experience interfacing with customers, stakeholders, and team members. Ability to communicate with multiple levels of leadership to empower decision making.

• Risk management experience: Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks and opportunities.

Qualifications we prefer:

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance: active or ability to receive a TS level clearance.

• Experience with government contracts: Familiarity with the requirements and processes associated with US Department of Defense projects.

• Proficiency in project management tools: Expertise in using tools such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, or similar project tracking and management. Experience with Collins tools such as ISAT, BMW, and ALM is a plus.

• Strong problem-solving skills: Proven ability to identify issues quickly and develop effective solutions.

• Experience in leading bid and proposal efforts: Demonstrated success in securing new business through effective bid and proposal management.

• Experience utilizing and communicating programmatic Earned Value (EV) and experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM): Demonstrated ability to manage and report on project financials and performance metrics.

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 
• Eligible for relocation 
•  And more!  

Learn More & Apply Now

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today. 

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.  

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day. 

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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