Project Engineer II, Proposals (Hybrid)

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Collins Aerospace 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 Project Engineer, Proposals is the connector who turns ideas into winning solutions. In this role, you will partner with engineering, project management, and business teams to craft sharp, customer‑focused proposals that stand out. You’ll shape technical content, refine cost and schedule inputs, keep the team aligned, and drive the proposal process forward with clarity and momentum. If you love pulling the right people together, cutting through complexity, and helping win new business, this role puts you at the center of it all.

This position is hybrid, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote, following the schedule assigned by the Manager. Candidates must reside in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment, as relocation is not offered. Relocation is not offered for this position.

What YOU will do:

• Liaises between project management, project teams/bid leads, contracts, Business Development and value stream.
• Prepares proposal BOE’s, technical volumes, proposal work statements and specifications, and proposal NRE estimate.
• Develops compliance matrix, estimates, cost sheets and program schedule.
• Monitors and assesses bid preparers efforts across multiple proposals and disciplines.
• Coordinates design concepts, criteria and engineering efforts for proposed product research, development, integration, and test.
• Responsible for proposing the procurement of appropriate development hardware used for testing and development.
• Provides input for and creates the integrated master schedule for projects.
• Prepare proposal plans and schedules and coordinate with the Business Acquisition Team
• (BAT), Chief Engineer and customer.
• Monitor team’s progress in developing/delivering proposals. Identify and remove obstacles to delivering winning proposals that focus on customer satisfaction.
• Provide estimating support for the development of Basis of Estimates to include validating and analyzing actuals, ensuring consistency within task descriptions, and confirming estimating approach is sound.
• Support audits and SWEEP activity
• Manage all EACS Proposals and ensure cognizant PE involvement.
• Coordinate proposal related meetings including kick off’s, technical discussions, gate reviews.
• Track closure and Proposal Metrics

Qualifications you must have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience
• Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English (verbal and written).
• Experience in project engineering, preferably in aerospace or defense.
• Experience with engineering solutions estimation

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in Siemens PLM tools – Teamcenter and NX
• Experience with schedules, engineering estimations, financials and managing medium to large projects
• Print reading and working knowledge of industry standards including ASME/ANSY 14
• Experience with SAP
• Experience in manufacturing environment and processes
• Experience communicating complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including through written reports and verbal presentations.
• Experience creating clear, concise, and well-structured technical documents, presentations, schedules, reports, proposals, including requirements, design details, and testing procedures.
• PMP Certification

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, 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.

Join our growing engineering team in Puerto Rico, where you will provide critical support to all Collins SBUs, working on exciting programs and projects ranging from the development of the next generation of advanced concept ejection seats to the latest technologies for the U.S. warfighter.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

* Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite.  Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

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.

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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