Principal Systems Engineer - SOA CAAS Futures Platform Systems (Onsite)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world 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. Are you ready to shape the future of aerospace with cutting-edge technology? Join our Rotary Wing Platform Systems Team within the Military Avionics group at Collins Aerospace. Here, you will play a crucial role in developing and testing avionics for Special Operations Aviation (SOA) programs. This dynamic position offers flexibility to push the boundaries of technology, enhancing the capabilities of aircraft platforms. This role requires a highly motivated person to help lead the charge for the SOA CAAS Futures Team. The SOA CAAS Futures Team is focused on the advancement of technology & prototyping for SOA CAAS and Rotary Wing department programs.

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 TNT, DOORS, PREP, JIRA and/or Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Ability to obtain a US Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET security clearance.
Collins Aerospace’s Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS) experience
Experience with DARs
Experience doing bids & pursuits

Responsibilities

You will perform Platform Systems Engineering (PSE) activities for the SOA CAAS Futures programs, including creation of design artifacts and decisions, execution of test procedures, testing the systems out in the lab, etc. Tools used are DOORS, JIRA, PREP, Microsoft, SVN and others.
You will complete work for avionics solutions across two avionics cockpits for the Special Operations Aviation (SOA) programs.
You will navigate through the bids & pursuits, adhering to Collins Processes for the SOA programs
You will lead customer discussions alongside the program chiefs & architects.
You will design system solutions, ensuring the integration of Collins Aerospace products into complex upgrade programs for the SOA CAAS Futures programs (including new AVC-4910, Large Area Displays, etc.).
You will provide mentorship to other engineers within the SOA CAAS Futures team and others in the department.
Travel (domestic-US, and possible International) is possible of this position, estimating <10% of the year.

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
And more!