Date Posted:

2025-08-21

Country:

United States of America

Location:

W61: Puerto Rico - Aerospace Felicia Industrial Park, Santa Isabel, PR, 00757 USA

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:

None/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 seasoned Project Engineering professional to take ownership of complex initiatives and drive results with minimal oversight. In this role, you will lead the development of project plans, schedules, and budgets while ensuring alignment across multiple functional teams. You will track progress, anticipate and resolve challenges, and deliver innovative solutions that optimize performance and meet critical deadlines. By leveraging your analytical skills, you will assess project data, address problems proactively, and provide strategic recommendations that support operational excellence and revenue forecasting. This is an exciting opportunity to make a measurable impact and contribute to the success of high-visibility projects.

This position will sit at our Santa Isabel, PR location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered.

What You Will Do

Create and maintain project plans for assigned projects/programs.Use advance tools to track daily progress of all project tasks to ensure on time delivery to commitment. Coordinate and lead required activities with all other functional areas maintaining a single source of priorities with the other project engineers (e.g. machine shop, facilities, operations).Own change management for assigned projects/programs including revising and documenting Deviations, CDRs and CRs.Schedule / lead project meetings with other team members and functional areas, as needed, to provide status and align priorities.Participate on Operations Tier Meetings, as needed, to communicate priorities or support required for projects.Collect production readiness evidence including but not limited to SMT program status, stencils designs, tooling/fixtures documents, material complete analysis, thermal profiling, etc.Submit eCARs and WBS requests for post award efforts as required.Identify and resolve risks/roadblocks, using advance risk management techniques, to minimize impact to project schedules.Proactively communicate and escalate risks or support required during the project phases. Identify and drive mistake proofing initiatives and continuous improvement projects.Actively participate on Project/Program’s meetings when required.Keep effective and clear communication with Programs.Work closely with Producibility Engineer for deviations, CRs, CDRs and any product or process change.Use advance tools to track project constraints (scope, time, cost, and quality) and develop plans to keep them in balance.Work closely with the NPI team members and other functional areas to ensure applicable requirements are met and a smooth transition to production release.Ensure safety precautions are followed on all projects and daily activities.Implement and maintain 5S methodology on office areas.Provide mentoring to lower-level project engineers or professionals on technical knowledge, project management tools, and communication strategies to ensure successful completion of projects. 

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experienceDemonstrated professional or educational experience communicating in English and Spanish (verbal and written)U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract 

Qualifications We Prefer

BS in Industrial or Electrical engineering, preferredKnowledge in Project Management, including use of Microsoft Project and other tools to monitor and control project schedule, budget and scope.Experience managing complex projects and working with cross functional teams.Risk Management and Mitigation Strategies knowledge

What We Offer

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 fundsParticipation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)Life insurance and disability coverageEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessionsAnd more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.

* Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

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.

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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