Principal Engineer, Advanced Technology Lead

Date Posted:

Country:
Poland

Location:
Bierutowska 65-67, Wrocław 51-317, Poland

Position Role Type:
Unspecified

Joining Collins Aerospace is more than just starting a job – it's stepping into a journey to shape the future of aerospace technology.

As part of RTX, Collins Aerospace stands as a global leader in advanced and intelligent solutions for the aerospace and defense industries. With its broad portfolio, deep expertise, and innovative capabilities, the company is uniquely positioned to tackle customers' toughest challenges and meet the demands of an ever-evolving global market.

What You Will Do:

• Responsible for defining, creating strategies for and managing the Technology & Innovation Portfolio including TRL progressions, Budget/Schedule, and IP metrics to meet business goals.
• Coordinate with internal and external business partners to launch, guide Systems/Component teams through project execution, and drive forward technology developments.
• Interact with the Power and Controls technology representatives and brief both the GETC leadership and Collins Technology Council on key projects/initiatives.
• Provide strategic input into P&C product portfolio and into design & development processes.
• Present updates to internal/external business partners and GETC leadership and to the broader Collins Technology Council.
• Collaborate with customer-facing teams to understand customer & aerospace market needs, participating in or leading technology meetings and proposal efforts for company, government or customer-funded development.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business partners to identify and address key technology needs.
• Actively represent the Technology Advancement Process as a member of the Tech Council; with experience, chair reviews and represent GETC and P&C on Collins Technology Council.
• Coordinate opportunities and technologies across Power & Controls as needed to build the 'One Collins' approach
• Coordinate closely with Collins Advanced Research & Technology and the Raytheon Technologies Research Center to align and advance technology roadmaps.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics and
• At least 10 years of experience in a similar role, with a proven track record of delivering results in complex engineering or technology-driven environments
• Proven track record in project or engineering services management, including planning, execution, risk management, and delivery of complex engineering initiatives.
• Strong ability to define project scope, milestones, and success criteria and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Experience in managing cross-functional and distributed teams, with demonstrated leadership in matrix organizations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance technical depth and strategic oversight.
• Hands-on experience with implementation of new technologies,

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Strong leadership engineering and projects skills; proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for executive-level audiences.
• Background in managing customer or government-funded technology development programs, including proposal preparation and execution.
• Experience in customer-facing roles and interfacing with external partners.
• Recognized thought leadership or SME status in aerospace or technology development.

What we offer:

• Attractive salary, adequate to your skills
• Possibility of continuous improvement of your qualifications
• Private medical care
• Life insurance
• Multisport card
• Retirement pension plan
• Scholar Program
• Company gym

We make modern flights possible for millions of travelers and our military every second.  Our major product lines are on board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keep our customers happy. Join us as we take flight

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