Principal Systems Engineer

RTX•Columbia, MD

40d•Onsite

About The Position

At Collins Aerospace, we’re working side-by-side with our customers and partners to dream, design and deliver solutions that redefine the future of our industry. By reaching across the markets we serve, and drawing on our vast portfolio of expertise, we are making the most powerful concepts in aerospace a reality every day. As the industry faces new challenges and embraces new technologies, Collins is collaborating and innovating with our customers to bring big ideas to life. And together, we’re redefining the future of aerospace. Solipsys is a wholly owned subsidiary of Collins Aerospace/RTX and is currently seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to join our team in Fulton, MD who is talented, highly motivated, has a passion for finding innovative solutions to problems, and committed to quality. Solipsys is an industry leader in the development of command and control software systems and operates in a dynamic, complex, fast-paced business environment with both commercial and Government customers, including a mix of domestic and international pursuits and programs.

Requirements

Experience as a systems engineer on a software development program
Strong background in integrating software and debugging issues in a software development environment, including knowledge of Red Hat Linux Operating System
Experience with any of these systems or similar: Command and Control (C2), Surveillance/Radars, Air Traffic Control, Mission Planning, Missile Systems or Combat/Fire Control systems
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
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience as an Air Battle Manager (ABM) in the Air Force with in-depth knowledge of the role and the C2 systems that are used in this role
Adept at communicating (verbal and written) with all levels within and outside the company, ability to prepare and deliver presentations/summaries which appropriate address the intended audience
Experience working with standard MS Office product suite applications
Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance

Responsibilities

Serve as an Onsite Systems Engineer and Command and Control (C2) Operations Subject Matter Expert (SME) in advanced software integration facilities at locations all over the world, working closely with USAF representatives developing prototypes and innovative advancements in Multi-Sensor and Information Fusion, Networked Situational Awareness, and Visualization technologies.
Perform software installation and demonstration of Solipsys C2 software
Software system integration and test in a fast paced, prototype lab environment
Hands on debugging of issues discovered during integration
This position requires up to 25% travel. Domestic and international.

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!