Senior Principal Project Engineer - Space Suit (Onsite)

Date Posted

2024-04-03

Country

United States of America

Location

HTX05: Collins - Houston Spaceport 2555 Atlantis Shuttle Street , Houston, TX, 77059 USA

Position Role Type

Onsite

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.

Senior Principal Project Engineer - Space Suit (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace is one of the world's largest suppliers of technologically advanced aerospace and defense products. The Mission Systems business unit provides products and services to global government and commercial customers that enable mission success in the harshest environments of space, in the air, at sea, and on the ground. In Space Systems, we design and manufacture Environmental Control and Life Support Systems (ECLSS) and Active Thermal Control Systems (ATCS) on a number of space platforms including the International Space Station, the U.S. space suit, and the next generation of space vehicles such as CST-100 and Orion.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join us as a Sr. Principal Project Engineer to plan and manage projects for the design, development, verification & validation, and operational support of future Space Suit Services (xEVAS) program for the Artemis mission to return humans to the moon.

You will need to combine project management skills with detailed technical intellect to support an Integrated Product Development Team. The next generation space suit services program xEVAS will provide EVA services for both the ISS as well as for lunar missions as part of the Artemis program to return humans to the moon. This is an opportunity to work with a team of brilliant engineers working passionately to develop and maintain the world’s most advanced operational life support systems.

Come join us and become a member of the next generation of exceptional engineers developing the systems that enable human space exploration.

Primary Responsibilities

Planning, proposing and executing space flight hardware projects. Controlling team activity, scope and schedule. Managing and controlling cost accountsDeveloping and managing an integrated master scheduleAnalyzing and resolving critical path / schedule challengesManaging risks & opportunitiesConducting project design and status reviewsCoordinating and leading multi-function teams, coordinating team meetings, and driving action items to closureTracking progress on deliverablesInitiating and coordinating engineering changesConducting root cause investigationsSupport a cross functional team of engineers focused on system level engineering for the programDevelop/Support/Review customer system engineering Data Requirements Deliverables (DRD), customer review milestones, internal system engineering review milestonesDevelop/Support/Review system engineering work products including:System requirements/specifications; System architecture/trade/studies/CONOPS/OPSCONS; System analyses; System Verifications; Systems Integration & TestCoordinate system level engineering in:Human FactorsReliabilitySafetyElectro-mechanical DesignMechanical DesignElectrical DesignAvionics/Power SystemsPressure Systems/O2 SystemsHardware InterfacesMission OperationsSoftwarePower Systems (Battery and Spacecraft)Identification of system risks/opportunities and mitigation/response plansInterface with the customer and internal stakeholders as a primary technical focal for the system

This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written), technical experience, and the ability to work as a cross-functional team leader. Direct communication with customers, primarily NASA, will be required at times. You will manage projects that produce systems & components which meet stringent operating requirements and provide extraordinarily high reliability.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (typically in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations OR Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience OR In absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience is required Must be a U.S. Person/Permanent Resident “Green Card” holder

Experience / Qualifications

Ability to work well both independently and within an integrated product development (IPD) team environmentExcellent attention to detailExcellent writing & math skillsExceptional organizational, analytical, written and verbal communication sillsAbility to multi-task and balance the priority of daily issues with longer term project requirementsSuperior interpersonal and influencing skills, including coaching and mentoring of other engineering and operations staffThe ability to function as a team member, working professionally and respectfully with a diverse group of contributorsNatural presence and poise when presenting to internal and external customers including NASA Engineering and Management TeamsThe highest level of integrityAbility to bring team members together and work problems to resolutionProject management skillsExperience performing system development/integration/architecting as the lead for a complex integrated system with mechanical/electrical/software componentsExperience leading a team of engineersExperience managing earned valueAbility to work well both independently and within an integrated product development (IPD) team environmentExcellent attention to detailExcellent writing & math skillsMust be a US Person

Preferred Qualifications

15+ years of spaceflight hardware development through certification and flightRelevant life support system experience: human waste management systems, space suit systems, thermal control systems, air revitalization systems (CO2/H2O/trace contaminant removal), pressure control systems, or other equivalent systemsProficiency in:JIRA and Microsoft Project for managing project executionJama for requirements managementNoMagic MagicDraw & Cameo Systems Modeler for Model Based systems Engineering

Some of our competitive benefits package includes

Medical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursementLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy: Pet Insurance, Home and Auto, additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legalOvia Health, fertility and family planningEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 5 free counseling sessionsRedbrick - Incentives for a Healthy YouAutism BenefitDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsAdoption AssistanceBest Doctors, second opinion program And more!

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.

The salary range for this role is 118,000 USD - 246,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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