Principal Project Engineer Bid and Proposal Lead (ONSITE)

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-121 350 Collins Rd NE BLDG 121

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen U.S. Person or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Collins Aerospace an RTX company is a leader in technologically advanced intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Open Systems Solutions (OSS) Products develops open standardscompliant modular solutions and enables rapid deployment of mission critical capabilities to the warfighter. As part of Collins Mission Systems OSS provides advanced communications flight and ground computing sensors cyber solutions and mission system integration.

We are seeking a Principal Project Engineer Bid & Proposal Lead who is highly organized and detail oriented to manage end to end responses to requests for Proposals (RFPs) and lead competitive bids. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating cross functional teams ensuring compliant and compelling proposal submissions and supporting follow on negotiation activities and early program planning once awards are made. You will work in a classified lab environment supporting both technical planning and program execution in a classified lab environment enabling close collaboration with engineering teams during pursuits and early program startup.

What You Will Do
Serve as the primary lead for reviewing RFPs identifying requirements risks and discriminators
Develop bid strategies and lead the creation coordination and delivery of compliant high quality proposals
Lead make versus buy analyses manage subcontractor quotes develop Subcontractor Statements of Work (SSOW) and provide ongoing oversight
Facilitate and manage reviews schedules and content development across engineering program management finance supply chain and leadership stakeholders
Prepare for and support negotiations by developing negotiation positions creating BOEs interfacing with the customer to resolve technical questions and contributing to customer aligned messaging and discussions
Assist program teams with early planning activities post award including scope verification baseline creation and transition from pursuit to execution
Maintain knowledge of business processes gate reviews and corporate proposal standards
Track and manage proposal artifacts actions and status to ensure alignment with deadlines and quality expectations
Contribute to product and technology road-mapping by aligning bid strategies and solution approaches with long term program and business objectives
Contribute to continuous improvement in proposal processes templates tools and bid management practices

10% travel required

Qualifications You Must Have
Experience with proposal development bid leadership or program pursuit roles
Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex RFP requirements
Experience with bidding estimating tools (SEER) and BOE development
Experience with EVM and understanding of government reporting requirements
Experience with risk & opportunity management
Proven ability to plan and execute engineering work to meet schedule cost and performance goals
Familiarity with Agile processes and methodologies including participation in Scrum or SAFe teams
Experience with development processes including requirements capture design decomposition integration verification/validation and transition to production
Ability to coordinate across multiple functions and manage competing priorities under tight deadlines
Active and transferable U.S. government issued SECRET security clearance is required prior to start date
U.S. citizenship only (dual citizenship not permitted) is required as access to information under this program/contract is restricted to individuals with sole U.S. citizenship
Typically requires a degree in Science Technology Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience

Qualifications We Prefer
Experience in aerospace defense or similar regulated industries
Familiarity with government contracting FAR/DFARS TINA compliance and customer requirements
Prior involvement in negotiation support or program startup activities
Experience with tools such as ProPricer MS Project or proposal management systems

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 insurancecritical illnessinsurance group legal ID theft protection
Birth adoption parental leave benefits
Carrot Health to 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
This position is eligible for relocation assistance
And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

Do you want to be a part of something bigger A team whose impact stretches across the world and even beyond At Collins Aerospace our Mission Systems team helps civilian military and government customers complete their most complex missions whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team youll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge Join our mission today.

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

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 thats redefining aerospace every day.

Employee Referral Eligible

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As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 107500 USD - 204500 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 candidates 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 companys 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.

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