Engineer II – Mechanical Engineering

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. Lead project planning and execution, including developing and managing Integrated Master Schedules, detailed program plans, and key project milestones .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRockford • Illinois • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $68,900 - $131,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project planning and execution, including Integrated Master Schedules and Earned Value Management Systems. Strong ability to manage program budgets, drive change and risk management, and effectively communicate with stakeholders.

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Integrated Master Schedule DevelopmentEarned Value Management Systems (EVMS)Change ManagementRisk ManagementStakeholder Communication

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningProgram ManagementBudget ManagementSystems IntegrationProblem-SolvingAnalytical SkillsMicrosoft Project

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsCollaboration

Industry Keywords

ScienceTechnologyEngineeringMathematicsU.S. Citizenship

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead project planning and execution, including developing and managing Integrated Master Schedules, detailed program plans, and key project milestones
Manage program budgets and performance through the Collins Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
Coordinate Systems Integration activities across development, qualification, and documentation
Drive change and risk management by identifying challenges, developing mitigation strategies, and implementing recovery plans
Lead program status meetings with technical leads and project teams
Collaborate across functional organizations to resolve complex issues and keep projects moving forward
Engage internal and external stakeholders to communicate program status, manage expectations, and support customer satisfaction
Apply problem-solving and communication skills to address technical and programmatic challenges and drive successful project completion

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, unless prohibited by local laws/regulations
Advanced Degree in a related field as an alternative
In absence of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Experience developing and managing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) using Microsoft Project
Experience supporting Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) to monitor program budgets, costs, and schedule performance
Experience applying Change Management and Risk Management tools, processes, and best practices
Ability to collaborate with technical leads, cross-functional stakeholders, customers, and external partners
Strong communication and presentation skills
Analytical and problem-solving skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 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
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
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays
Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs