Raytheon Technologies

Principal Project Engineer (Onsite)

Raytheon Technologies$118K — $224K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University Degree with 8 years relevant experience or Advanced Degree with 5 years experience
  • Experience in the Aerospace Industry
  • Technical knowledge of Nacelle products

Responsibilities

  • Identify in-service issues and lead root cause investigations
  • Coordinate with engineering counterparts for aftermarket design changes
  • Author and manage approval cycles for Service Bulletins
  • Implement cost-effective retrofit plans
  • Manage product support requirements and track operational interruptions
  • Resolve warranty disputes effectively
  • Drive improvements to Customer Scorecards and Key Performance Metrics

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
  • Generous 401(k) with employer match and retirement contributions
  • Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Adoption Assistance and parental leave benefits
  • Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
  • Wellness rewards program and virtual doctor visits
  • Child and elder care services and second opinion program
Full Job Description
Date Posted:
2026-05-21
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-CA-CHULA VISTA-B107 ~ 850 Lagoon Dr ~ BLDG 107, Mail Zone 1-C
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of "U.S. Person" go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62
Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status:
Not Required

This position works in a primarily onsite capacity.

What You Will Do:
  • Technical focal responsible for identifying in-service issues, driving root cause investigations, and developing innovative and practical corrective actions in a timely manner
  • Coordinate with program and engineering counterparts to ensure aftermarket requirements are considered in the development of design changes
  • Author and navigate the approval cycle for Service Bulletins to implement design changes, inspect for field issues, or to address quality escapes in the field
  • Implement effective and cost conscious retrofit plans
  • Management of our product support requirements including tracking operational interruptions, component reliability, removals, repair development, spare asset availability, spare part sales, and warranty financials
  • Work to effectively understand and resolve warranty disputes
  • Drive improvement to Customer Scorecards, Key Performance Metrics, and Implement and Execute Standard Work
  • Develop and maintain positive customer and supplier relationships through effective communication and by fostering a culture of trust and mutual respect
  • Ensure Product Support Agreement compliance
  • Develop & maintain Maintenance Management Guidelines
  • Travel up to 5% domestically and internationally when circumstances permit


Qualifications You Must Have:
  • Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
  • Experience working in the Aerospace Industry
  • Technical knowledge of Nacelle products


Qualifications We Prefer:
  • Understanding of the design of aerospace structures and systems, technical support manuals, and knowledge of contracts and specification documents
  • Continuous Improvement experience with (CORE, ACE, Lean, or Six Sigma tools)
  • Experience defining, tracking, and documenting multi-disciplinary project tasks (schedule, resources, budget / cost)
  • Experience building and delivering technical presentations to internal and external customers while focusing on clear, audience-specific messaging (executives, OEM partners, and airlines)
  • Strong understanding of the commercial implications of engineering changes, field issues, and investigations
  • Customer Support and/or Supplier management experience
  • Experienced using MS Office - Excel, Project, Word, and Powerpoint
  • Experienced using Teamcenter, CRM software (MS Dynamics, Salesforce, etc.), SAP, CATIA V5


Learn More & Apply Now

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
  • Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Student Loan Repayment Program
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
  • Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
  • Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Autism Benefit
  • Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
  • Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
  • Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
  • Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
  • Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
  • And more!


WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement - we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!

* 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.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world - and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, 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.

The salary range for this role is 118,300 USD - 224,900 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.

About Raytheon Technologies

Raytheon Solipsys, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Raytheon Company, is an industry leader in the development of integrated Command and Control (C2) Network-Centric solutions for the Domestic and International DoD and Homeland Security. Through proven systems and software engineering practices, built on the invention and application of innovative technologies, they deliver the C2 infrastructure necessary to effectively control security/military forces in any environment. Their reliable solutions assure information superiority, increased shared awareness, deep sensor reach, aircraft control, air defense, disaster management, and time-critical decision making.

Raytheon Technologies Careers

Join the innovative world of Raytheon Technologies, a leader in aerospace and defense, where we offer unparalleled job opportunities in an environment that champions diversity, leadership, and professional growth.

Work You’ll Do

At Raytheon Technologies, you’ll be part of a company that values innovation and leadership. Our team is dedicated to solving some of the most complex challenges in aerospace and defense, making significant impacts worldwide. With a culture that fosters diversity and inclusion, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry.

Transform Your Career

Step into a role that harnesses your skills and propels your career to new heights. Raytheon Technologies is not just about thinking big but making those big ideas happen. We provide robust career development opportunities that include comprehensive training and development programs, leadership workshops, and continuous learning through our internal platforms.

Innovate and Lead

Join our team of over 60,000 professionals globally, who are not only experts in their fields but are also driven by a passion for innovation and excellence. At Raytheon Technologies, you are positioned at the forefront of the industry, where your work directly contributes to groundbreaking advancements in technology and defense.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

Whether you’re starting your career or looking to advance, Raytheon Technologies offers a range of employment and internship opportunities that can help you achieve your professional goals. Our internships provide a solid foundation of skills and experiences, while our full-time positions offer a path to personal and professional growth within the company.

Benefits and Culture

Our employees enjoy a competitive package of benefits and rewards that reflect their invaluable role in our company. From health and wellness programs to performance bonuses and flexible working conditions, we ensure our team members are well taken care of.

Networking and Professional Development

At Raytheon Technologies, networking and professional development are part of our DNA. We encourage our employees to engage in internal and external networking events, leadership training, and diversity initiatives that enhance their career journey.

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14,771 employees
Market Cap
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Founded
1922
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