RTX
aerospace and defense
SeniorProjectEngineer–SensorsTestEngineering
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“Senior Project Engineer – Sensors Test Engineering at RTX. Skills: technical project execution, project management, Earned Value methods, risk management, sensors testing engineering. Lead technical project execution. managing scope, schedules, budgets, quality, and risk”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure successful delivery; drive continuous improvement; achieve operational goals
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving skills with ability to proactively identify alternate solutions to overcome difficult technical challenges; analytical and problem-solving skills to effectively identify and resolve issues and mitigate risks
U. S. citizenship is required, 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
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
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 experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience, 4+ years of Electrical, Mechanical, Software, or Systems engineering experience, 4+ years of project management experience, Fundamental project management skills including baseline control, earned value, and risk management
Nice to Have
Mastery of Agile process and principles, Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Problem-solving skills with ability to proactively identify alternate solutions to overcome difficult technical challenges, Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals, Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, Experience using analytical and problem-solving skills to effectively identify and resolve issues and mitigate risks, Proven ability to facilitate difficult conversations and communicate early and concisely with individuals at all organizational levels, Collins Enterprise Values including Safety |Trust | Accountability | Respect | Collaboration | Innovation
What You'll Do.
Lead technical project execution
use performance metrics and Earned Value methods to drive continuous improvement
provide status updates to leadership
develop engineering estimates and proposals
Maintain performance metrics for decision making and continuous improvement purposes
Manage project scope (requirements and change requests) ensuring it meets agreed to commitments
Generate and maintain project schedules with understood dependencies
Utilize Earned Value (EV) methods for managing project budget (and schedule)
Ensure project meets quality expectations
Identify risks and opportunities and resolve them through proactive ownership
Prepare well-crafted presentations reporting project status to leadership teams
Develop Engineering estimates and proposals for potential projects and gaining organizational buy-in
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals
Communication Scope
Effective communication; communicate early and concisely with individuals at all organizational levels
Process & Methodology
technical project execution, scope management, schedule management, budget management, quality management, risk management, performance metrics, Earned Value methods, baseline control, project schedules, dependencies, deliveries, critical path, engineering estimates, proposals
Full Job Description
**Date Posted:** 2026-05-11 **Country:** United States of America **Location:** US-MN-BURNSVILLE-WEST ~ 14300 Judicial Rd ~ WEST BLDG **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 Type:** None/Not Required **Security Clearance Status:** Not Required 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. The **Senior Project Engineer – Sensors Testing Engineering** will lead technical project execution by managing scope, schedules, budgets, quality, and risk to ensure successful delivery. In this role, you will use performance metrics and Earned Value methods to drive continuous improvement, provide status updates to leadership, and develop engineering estimates and proposals to support new projects and organizational alignment. **What You Will Do:** * Lead project technical execution and maintain performance metrics for decision making and continuous improvement purposes. * Manage project scope (requirements and change requests) ensuring it meets agreed to commitments. * Generate and maintain project schedules with understood dependencies, deliveries, and critical path. * Utilize Earned Va
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