Staff Tech, Engineering Project Assistant (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026\-05\-19Country:

United States of AmericaLocation:

US\-CA\-FULLERTON\-676 \~ 1801 Hughes Dr \~ BLDG 676Position Role Type:

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

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world\-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

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 EPA will be responsible for assisting software and systems engineers with administrative, documentation, process, and general engineering related support activities. Individuals must demonstrate the ability to support several engineers, providing the wide variety of administrative and computer skills to assist engineering projects. Assignments typically include:

• Preliminary document formatting and preparation utilizing computing resources with a variety of applications.
• Performs as primary engineering support focal point for inquiries and problem resolution during the artifact pre\-release phase.
• Support to the release and revision phases of the engineering development cycle
• Performs project non\-technical duties.
• Serves as process and tool expert for engineering design teams.
• Must possess ability to coordinate and lead activities as well as strong organization and analytical skills.

What You Will Do

• Edits format of software/systems documentation. Verifies change requests are in the proper state and implements into documentation. Performs data conversion using various application media for software development or project file maintenance.
• Provides tools expertise and support to Engineering: MS Office Apps, requirements capture databases, change management and tracking tools. Generate reports as required.
• Interfaces with engineers and engineering managers to create/edit documentation.
• Ensures compliance with the Third\-Party Intellectual Property process.
• Collects metrics and supports the preparation of presentation materials for analysis.
• Works with Engineering to train on processes and tools. Identifies opportunities for continuous process improvements.
• Assists in tracking action items and tasks in the change management process.
• Supports the Bid \& Proposal process, assisting in bid narratives and bid reviews.
• Acts as primary focal and liaison for program support, across engineering and other departments.
• Networks with both internal and external personnel at multiple levels.
• Generally, works on assignments which are given by the engineering teams.
• Works with engineering teams to effectively resolve issues.

Potential Additional Job Responsibilities:

• Edits format of required documentation.
• Prepares presentations.
• Coordinates the interaction of project/program team and support functions to communicate schedule and status.
• Often facilitates internal and/or external meetings.
• SW/media release coordination.
• Audit support.
• Test event coordination.
• DoD Common Access Card (CAC) management.
• Monthly inventory and management of integration/ship rider equipment.
• Collects inputs from programs team to support Engineering Program Reviews (EPRs) and Estimates at Completion (EACs).
• Participates in status meetings.
• SharePoint access management.
• Engineering metrics collection and familiarity with process/RTX Lifecycle Program Management (RLPM) rollout.
• Requirements management support.
• Change Control Board (CCB) coordination/meeting minutes/tracking/action items.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2\-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret Clearance
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word and Excel, PowerPoint and O365 Outlook
• Prior experience working on teams in a collaborative environment

Qualifications We Prefer

• Engineering metrics collection and familiarity with RLPM process
• Experience with JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket, DOORs, SharePoint
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to receive work from peers, engineers and managers
• Able to retain information quickly
• Proactive self\-starter

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Flexible work weeks: 9/80A, 5/40; Flexible work Hours: Core hours, Modified time
• 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 insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, 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
• And more!

Learn More \& Apply Now!

• 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.

Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course, that wouldn’t be possible without the capabilities and technologies of our organization, as well as our engineers – a highly skilled, accomplished network that spans more than 180 sites, 24 countries and 6 Strategic Business Units (SBUs).

Our industry\-leading experts are setting the standards for the aerospace industry and paving the way for the future. But as new challenges present themselves, we need fresh, creative and motivated minds to overcome these hurdles, help us break barriers and achieve new levels of innovation. Do you have what it takes to join a global organization that doesn’t shy away from big opportunities? If so, we invite you to join our ranks and create the next generation of aerospace technologies.

Together, we will nurture an engineering culture that values intellectual curiosity, risk takers and integrity. A place where we will challenge ourselves, our teams, and the status quo and where we will work to find a way – the right way – to achieve what others can only dream of.

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.

*As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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 58,400 USD \- 111,000 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 candidate’s 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 company’s 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.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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