Principal Project Engineer – Computing Products (Onsite)

Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-131 ~ 5450 C Ave NE ~ BLDG 131

 Position Role Type: Onsite

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The company will offer immigration sponsorship for this position, if needed.​ The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

 Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

 Security Clearance Status: Not Required At RTX, the world's 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. We are seeking a highly motivated Principal Project Engineer to join our Avionics Network Hardware team within the Computing Products Department of the Displays, Controls, Computing & Networking Directorate Our team develops and sustains high‑bandwidth, mission‑critical networking solutions supporting both avionics aircraft control and airline information services. Our product portfolio includes: • Next‑generation network and computing solutions • ARINC 664 network switches and end systems • High‑performance, high‑assurance computing modules • Video and graphics processing hardware The Principal Project Engineer serves as the technical authority and leads cross‑discipline engineering integration across avionics network system programs. In this role, you will guide a cross‑functional team through the full product lifecycle—from concept and design through procurement, production, assembly, test, and final delivery. You will define engineering direction, establish design concepts and criteria, and ensure alignment with program, customer, and business objectives. Your leadership will directly drive program execution, improve operational performance, and deliver high‑quality, technically robust solutions.

Lead technical integration across all engineering domains, ensuring cohesive execution throughout the product lifecycle. Establish and evaluate design concepts, engineering criteria, and technical direction for R&D, integration & test, production support, sustainment, and product/process safety. Serve as the technical decision authority, resolving engineering issues to prevent delays and maintain cost, schedule, and technical performance commitments. Develop and communicate engineering plans, operational strategies, and technology roadmaps. Oversee project controls, schedules, and cost estimates; monitor progress against plans and secure necessary resources. Collaborate closely with engineering peers, Program Management, Operations, Supply Chain, and customers to ensure successful program outcomes. Lead customer‑facing activities including bids, proposals, basis‑of‑estimate development, technical presentations, and support to contractual deliverables. Plan for team resource needs, anticipate organizational and project changes, and foster a high‑performance, results‑oriented culture.

You Must Have: Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience Demonstrated experience leading multi‑discipline engineering teams or projects Ability to manage cost, schedule, and