Senior Structural Project Engineer (REMOTE)

Date Posted:
2026-01-14
Country:
United States of America
Location:
HFL99: Field Office - FL Remote Location, Remote City, FL, 32301 USA
Position Role Type:
Remote
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company's immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.
Security Clearance:
None/Not Required

The Aircraft Integration Engineering and Certification group is responsible for designing and certifying retrofit installations on commercial transport and business jet aircraft for customers around the world. Our group works closely with program teams across Collins to secure new business opportunities and develop solutions that meet our customers' challenging requirements. We achieve this through a structured and proven certification process, strategic roadmap, and embracing a spirit of collaboration to overcome challenges.

The Aircraft Integration Engineering and Certification group is seeking a structural/mechanical project engineer responsible for designing and substantiating retrofit installations on commercial transport and business jet aircraft that are in compliance with all regulatory requirements (Domestic and International).

This is a remote position.

What you will do:

• Create new FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) design data packages, including mechanical integration design, substantiation and compliance data.
• Customize follow-on STC data packages to a specific aircraft configuration.
• Generation of engineering data described above, with respect to accuracy and detail, commensurate with experience level.
• Perform on-site surveys, design reviews and installation support.
• Provide technical support for projects during kitting and aircraft installation.
• Identify and quantify impacts on project certification and schedule.
• Review peer engineer's data for accuracy and detail.
• If required, manage a team of engineers for project completion.
• Coordinate with project managers (PMs) to ensure project is completed as defined and on time.

Education & Experience 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 experience
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company's immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Qualifications you must have:

• Proficiency with AutoCAD (latest release) and/or Solidworks (latest release) in 2D/3D modeling.
• Experience with structural/mechanical integration design aspects and substantiation of various avionics systems, aircraft interiors, lighting, monuments and seating
• Aircraft static structural substantiation/analysis experience (hand calculation or software)
• Familiarity and experience with aircraft manuals, such as Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM), Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC), Structural Repair Manual (SRM), etc.
• Familiarity and experience with FAA 14CFR and FAA Advisory Circulars (AC).

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license or comparable aviation technician experience
• Kitting and Parts Manufacturing Approval (PMA) process familiarity and experience
• FAA STC process familiarity and experience

What we offer:

• 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!

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.

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.

Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

• Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.

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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.

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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