Chief Engineer

RTX

. Support development, integration, and delivery of Flight Control products and Landing Systems .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • United StatesLead💰 $132,400 - $251,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Flight Controls and Certification Planning, with a proven track record of leading programs to DO-178 certifications. Capable of managing complex projects, fostering team accountability, and delivering on-time results while interfacing with various stakeholders.

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Flight Control ExpertiseDO-178 Certification LeadershipProgram ManagementTeam LeadershipProject Planning

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Hard Skills

Flight Control DevelopmentCertification PlanningProgram ExecutionChange ManagementSchedule ManagementCost EstimationRisk ManagementMetrics DevelopmentModel Based DevelopmentTechnical Program Management

Soft Skills

MentoringAccountabilityCommunicationCollaborationProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

Military AircraftCommercial AircraftSTEM DegreeProgram RecoveryAudit CyclesCustomer ExpectationsEngineering MilestonesProject PlansAircraft OperationsLicensed Pilot

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support development, integration, and delivery of Flight Control products and Landing Systems
Own several smaller programs within the Precision Landing and Controls portfolio
Provide subject matter expertise on Certification Planning and Execution concepts
Represent engineering as the single point of contact for technical development program management
Interface with customers and internal and external execution teams during definition and implementation
Establish infrastructure producing metrics and immediate feedback on progress, risks, and schedule performance
Build a team culture of accountability and success
Translate customer expectations into executable project plans with VSLs and SMEs
Lead program-level cost estimates during the RLPM bid cycle
Coordinate technical and project execution aspects of bids and proposals
Manage program-level scope and change management
Develop and manage program-level and integrated intermediate-level schedules
Manage critical paths and key dependencies
Lead Engineering milestone events required by RTX Program Lifecycle Management
Anticipate and minimize problem areas; revise project plans proactively when permitted
Mentor junior project and people leaders
Interact with Engineering Management, Engineering Developers, Program Management, Business Development, and Finance

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. citizenship is required; only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Extensive technical background in Flight Controls
Documented success leading programs to DO-178 certifications and through Stages of Involvement Audit cycles
Knowledge of policies and procedures for military and commercial aircraft products
Proven record of on-time delivery while leading teams
Demonstrated history of leading teams to achieve superior execution results across complex programs
STEM degree and minimum 10 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
Preferred: experience taking Model Based Development Flight Controls projects to DO-178 certifications
Preferred: previous experience leading Project and People teams
Preferred: experience negotiating scope and schedule commitments internally and externally
Preferred: previous success in Program Recovery efforts
Preferred: exposure to aircraft operations and/or licensed pilot

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
401(k) plan with 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 pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
Carrot Health for hormonal 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
Flexible work schedules
Employee Scholar Program
Paid time off and holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available, dependent on position and performance