Principal Systems CH-53K Platform Engineer (Onsite)

RTXCedar Rapids, IA
$107,500 - $204,500Onsite

About The Position

The Rotary Wing Platform Systems Engineering team is seeking a highly motivated Principal Systems Engineer to join the development efforts for our CH-53K programs for our U.S. Marine Corps and International customers. At RTX, the world's 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.

Requirements

  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
  • Experience with Agile development methodology.
  • Systems or Software Engineering experience through all phases of development.
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense SECRET Security Clearance after day 1.
  • U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
  • Active and existing security clearance required after day 1.

Nice To Haves

  • Prior CAAS/Flight2 Architect Experience
  • Experience with DARs
  • Experience doing bids & pursuits
  • Experience with planning documents
  • Familiarity with the CH-53K Aircraft Platform
  • Prior technical leadership experience

Responsibilities

  • Support systems engineering through all phases of system product development including program pursuit and capture, requirements capture and analysis, system architecture design, requirements allocation and traceability, system verification, system validation and life-cycle product support.
  • Work for avionics solutions across the U.S. Marine Corps and the International CH-53K Platforms.
  • Navigate through the bids & pursuits, adhering to Collins Processes for the CH-53K programs.
  • Lead customer discussions alongside the program chiefs & architect.
  • Occasional domestic travel to customer sites may be required (<10%).

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
  • Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs
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