Principal Engineer (Design) – Landing Gear - Hybrid

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We are looking for an experienced and skilled Design Engineer to lead complex projects focused on Landing Gear systems, Hydraulic Actuators, Hydraulic Manifolds, and related aerospace components. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to take designs from concept to production, ensuring high-quality outcomes while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Position: Principal Engineer (Design) – Landing Gear

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead complex design projects involving Landing Gear systems (NLG, MLG, Retract Actuator, Unlock Actuator, Up-lock systems, Manifold, NWSS, etc.).
• Drive technology projects through Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs).
• Oversee design and development of key systems, ensuring performance and reliability.
• Apply ASME Y14.5 standards for precise designs.
• Drive New Product Development (NPD) — prior Landing Gear experience is a plus.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (stress analysis, materials, manufacturing, supply chain, production, etc.) to ensure seamless delivery.
• Provide engineering solutions for field issues, producibility improvements, and retrofit modifications.
• Lead and support design reviews, DMU analysis, and Design for Manufacturability/Assembly (DFM/A) assessments to ensure quality and safety compliance.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers to enhance team skills and performance.
• Continuously improve processes, systems, and product designs to optimize performance.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders (customers, vendors, etc.).

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Mater’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in the aerospace sector; experience with Landing Gear systems is a plus.
• Expertise in machined components design, hydraulic systems, special processes, material selection, stack-up analysis, and GD&T.
• Proven track record leading New Product Introduction (NPI) projects — Landing Gear experience preferred.
• Strong stakeholder management, cross-functional collaboration, and leadership abilities.
• Experience working with OEMs is an advantage.
• Exposure to Value Engineering activities and patent contributions (if any) is a plus.
• Proficient in CATIA V5 and Teamcenter.

Educational Qualification: 
Bachelor’s or Mater’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with 12+ years of experience in the aerospace sector; experience with Landing Gear systems is a plus.

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, 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.

Collins Aerospace’s Advanced Structures Business Unit designs and develops high quality products that help millions of passengers reach their destinations safely – every day! From Landing Systems to Propeller Systems, the products we manufacture work together behind the scenes to enhance the overall flight experience. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter, stronger and more technically advanced, so that air travel can be more safer, affordable and sustainable, in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest minds to fly and land with us!

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE. 

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

 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.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home).  An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. 

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

Benefits package includes:

-         Transportation facility.

-         Group Term Life Insurance.

-         Group Health Insurance.

-         Group Personal Accident Insurance.

-         Entitled for 18 days of vacation and 12 days of contingency leave annually.

-         Employee scholar program.

-         Work life balance.

-         Car lease program.

-         National Pension Scheme

-         LTA

-         Fuel & Maintenance /Driver wages

-         Meal vouchers

Nothing matters more to Collins Aerospace than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all India positions require a background check.

Note: Background check required (every external new hire in the India)

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.

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