Mission Crew Trainer (MCT) Technical Architect

RTX•Davis, CA

1d•$145,600 - $276,800•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Mission Crew Trainer (MCT) Technical Architect to work onsite in Sterling, VA. This position requires US Citizenship with the ability to obtain a US security clearance. In this position, you will have the opportunity to mentor and grow under one of the training industry's top, most respected architects as he transitions responsibility for a training device on a once-in-a-lifetime, generational program.

Requirements

Previous work experience as a system architect and/or in systems, electrical, mechanical, or test engineering.
Previous experience interfacing with customers, stakeholders, and team members. Ability to communicate with multiple levels of leadership to empower decision making.
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience.
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance is required.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance: active or ability to receive a TS level clearance.
Experience with simulation systems: Specific experience in the development and management of simulation and training systems.
Experience with government contracts: Familiarity with the requirements and processes associated with US Department of Defense projects.
Familiarity with the design and implementation of training systems and the value they provide to the end user: Understanding of how training systems are developed and their benefits.
Risk management experience: Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks and opportunities.

Responsibilities

Define Mission Crew Trainer architecture and overall technical approach: Define the technical boundaries and establish guardrails that establish design space to allow the team to meet the customer requirements. Develop a physical and logical architecture that provides a solution that supports an iterative definition of requirements that minimizes rework and allows for expansion over time.
Collaborate with Aircraft Mission System Integrated Product Teams: Incorporate aircraft mission system architecture into the MCT to establish a high-fidelity simulation to train mission aircrew.
Lead technical innovation: Drive technological advancements and recommend solutions that ensure scalability, reliability, and performance of the simulation systems.
Oversee system integration and design: Serve as the authority for integrating multi-disciplinary engineering components, ensuring seamless technical cohesion.
Collaborate with stakeholders: Interface with customers and internal teams to translate mission needs into comprehensive technical solutions and system designs.
Guide technical execution: Provide strategic guidance and technical oversight throughout the product lifecycle, from requirements development to final delivery in alignment with Project Engineer.
Perform trade studies and analysis: Evaluate design alternatives, technologies, and methodologies to optimize system performance and cost-effectiveness.
Mentor and inspire engineering teams: Lead by example, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
Ensure technical compliance: Maintain adherence to RTX Lifecycle Management Systems and industry standards while ensuring the highest quality of deliverables.
Identify and mitigate risks: Proactively assess technical risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful program execution.
Contribute to business growth: Lead architectural efforts in bid and proposal processes, articulating innovative technical solutions to support new business pursuits.

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
Relocation assistance may be provided