Collins Aerospace
aerospace and defense
ProgramChiefEngineer(PCE)
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“Program Chief Engineer (PCE) at Collins Aerospace. Skills: Program Chief Engineer (PCE), technical requirements, engineering costs, schedule commitments, Engineering execution, communications systems development. Ensure overall Engineering execution within the program. Conduct Engineering Bid Reviews (EBRs) and Engineering Program Reviews (EPRs)”
What You'll Achieve.
meeting technical requirements and scope for the program; meeting engineering costs and schedule commitments; ensure schedule and cost remain on target; ensure appropriate staffing is assigned; mitigate key risks and capture opportunities; customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow
Industry & Context.
solving the world’s most complex problems; mitigate key risks and capture opportunities
Active and transferable U. S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date, U. S. citizenship is required, Security Clearance Type: Secret - Current, Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Experience as a Technical Program Manager, Program Engineer, Project Engineer, or Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead, Working knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines with a focus on communications systems development, Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Experience in all phases of development program lifecycle, Experience in Risk and Opportunity management, Active and transferable SECRET clearance is required prior to start date, U. S. citizenship is required, minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
Nice to Have
Experience with Agile and/or DevSecOps development methodologies, Demonstrated ability to lead a development team through transition to sustainment, Experience developing satellite communications systems, Knowledge of Raytheon, products, technologies, and processes, understanding of electronics manufacturing and/or managing electronics fabrication/suppliers, Experience with Navy and Air Force platforms, requirements, objectives
What You'll Do.
Ensure overall Engineering execution within the program
Conduct Engineering Bid Reviews (EBRs) and Engineering Program Reviews (EPRs)
Support Program Management Reviews (PMRs) for all Engineering matters
Manage overall budget and schedule for Engineering tasks
Develop executable Estimates at Completion (EAC) for the program
Ensure staffing forecasts are accurate and up to date
Provide oversight and review all program metrics for engineering
Oversee and manage engineering Risks and Opportunities across the program
Ensure effective engineering management of suppliers in accordance with subcontractor statement of work
requirements specifications
and engineering processes
Identify and exploit synergies across programs and across the Enterprise
Provide accurate and timely status reports to Program and Engineering organizations
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
works closely with the Program Office and external customer; working closely with the engineering discipline organizations; collaboration with the responsible Engineering Cost Account Managers (CAMs); work with Engineering discipline organizations; leveraging the enterprise; synergies across programs and across the Enterprise; status reports to Program and Engineering organizations
Communication Scope
accurate and timely status reports
Process & Methodology
Technical Program Manager, Program Engineer, Project Engineer, Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead, Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Risk and Opportunity management, budget and schedule for Engineering tasks, Estimates at Completion (EAC)
Full Job Description
**Date Posted:** 2026-05-07 **Country:** United States of America **Location:** US-FL-LARGO-382SS ~ 7887 Bryan Dairy Rd. ~ BLDG 100 **Position Role Type:** Onsite **U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: ** Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance **Security Clearance Type:** Secret - Current **Security Clearance Status:** Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 **Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace** 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, an RTX company, 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 Strategic Communications team is seeking an experienced **Program Chief Engineer (PCE)** to join and expand our team developing state-of-the-art communications systems. The PCE has primary accountability for meeting technical requirements and scope for the program, including engineering costs and schedule commitments. The PCE is the single Engineering point of contact responsible for leading all Engineering activities on the program. The PCE also works closely with the Program Office and external customer. **What You Will Do** • Ensure overall Engineering execution within the program – including the decision
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