Associate Director Systems Architect (Onsite)

RTX•Richardson, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to design the future of aerospace and defense? Join our mission in creating transformative technologies that empower national security and defense systems. Shape the Future with Collins Aerospace At Collins Aerospace, we don’t just build systems; we build the future. As an Associate Director of Systems Architecture, you’ll support programs involved in modernizing the U.S. Air Force Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) capabilities. Based in Richardson, TX, you’ll be immersed in innovation while leading as a subject matter expert (SME) in the systems engineering lifecycle. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on innovation, and aspire to grow, this role is your next step.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience
Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain Top Secret after start. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Demonstrated leadership and mentoring experience leading large, multidisciplinary systems engineering teams
Proven experience eliciting customer needs, developing concepts of operations (CONOPS), and deriving, allocating, and tracing system and subsystem requirements.
Advanced proficiency of Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools including in developing and maintaining complex SysML models, including developing activity, state, block diagrams, use cases, etc.
Experience with radio communication systems such as VLF, UHF, VHF, Satcom, or related.

Nice To Haves

Advanced proficiency with MBSE tools like MagicDraw CAMEO, Rhapsody, or Enterprise Architect.
Working knowledge of cost, schedule, and technical estimation tools(e.g., SEER products).
Experience conducting root cause analysis and corrective and preventative actions.
Technical risk & opportunity management, interface definition and control.
Agile development experience in a leadership role such as a Scrum Master, Product Owner, or other Agile leadership roles.
Working knowledge of Project Management, Control Account Management (CAM), and earned value.
Demonstrated competence in peer review processes, configuration, and change management.
Understanding of military concepts of operations or radio performance standards.
Experience leading technical teams using collaboration and planning tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, and Confluence
Experience or exposure to other related disciplines such as project engineering, human factors, system safety, reliability & maintainability, and cybersecurity.
Experience working in an Agile development environment, being part of a highly integrated team working closely with SW, Integration and Verification teams.
Experience with parametric bid estimation tools such as SEER.

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership to multidisciplined teams, leading effective working sessions and trade studies, cultivating and reinforcing group values, and identifying, analyzing and correcting technical problems.
Serve as the primary technology focal point for internal and external stakeholders
Define, establish, and maintain complex system of systems architectures and designs
Lead engineering teams to understand, analyze, and develop the models, requirements, and designs using enterprise standard tools, processes, and industry best practices.
Own the identification, assessment, and management of technical risks and opportunities, including development and execution of execution plans
Lead technical proposal preparation and serve as a subject matter expert in non-advocate, internal, and customer reviews.
Collaborate with stakeholders to capture, analyze, decompose, derive, and trace system requirements.
Ability to contribute as an individual contributor when necessary
Oversee development and verification of system and subsystem test plans and procedures.
Oversee the Design, develop, and model complex systems and sub-systems.
Oversee the building advanced SysML models for activities, states, block diagrams, and use cases.
Ensure JIRA is used to decompose epics and features into user stories with clear acceptance criteria.
Oversee the plan and execute project-level work to meet schedules, costs, and performance goals.
Manage technical risks by evaluating design aspects and requirements.
Engage in classified lab environments to apply your expertise hands-on. (On-site presence required.)
Travel occasionally to support program requirements

Benefits

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
May be eligible for Relocation
And more!