Principal Systems Engineer - Graphical Flight Planning (Onsite)
About The Position
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. Collins Aerospace is seeking qualified candidates for an experienced Principal Systems Engineer, to lead the development of our graphical flight planning and display software product line, in our Military Avionics & Helicopters Flight Management Applications department, located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Our teams are comprised of cross-functional engineers working in an AGILE environment focused on the design and development of Flight Management Software Applications. Product Summary: CAAS/Flight 2 Flight Management Solutions - Our signature products for Military Avionics and Helicopters as part of the Collins Integrated Avionics Systems, fielded on thousands of aircraft today, at this moment. Specific capabilities include FMS (Flight Management Systems), Performance Application, System Manager, Comm, Flight Director, and Flight Controls.
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 in the design and development of deliverable systems (production or consumer facing) role.
- This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with DO-178 or similar certification-based development processes.
- Familiarity with ARINC 661, DOORS, and Python scripting.
- Experience in developing avionics displays and/or Flight Management Systems (FMS).
- AGILE development methodology experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and continuous advancement of graphical flight planning and display applications, ensuring they meet the rigorous demands of military avionics.
- Drive the product life cycle, from road mapping and proposal creation to design, testing, and sustainment.
- Develop and communicate detailed implementation plans, securing stakeholder buy-in at all levels, from team members to external customers.
- Identify and mitigate risks, while capturing opportunities to enhance product capabilities and market reach.
- Champion knowledge sharing, elevating department expertise through both formal training and informal mentoring.
- Willingness to travel <20% as needed.
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 Program, 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 available for this role.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
