Senior Systems Engineer – Algorithms (ONSITE)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

1d•$86,800 - $165,200•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, 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. We are seeking a Algorithms Senior Systems Engineer to support the Joint Precision Approach and Landing System (JPALS) program. This position for an individual with educational and/or professional experience in the development of solutions to GPS Navigation Systems. This individual will be required to run and test modeling and simulation of algorithmic models using Simulink and MATLAB. The work is highly technical, and the individual must be comfortable with documenting equations, derivation, and generation of plots in MATLAB. The individual must be comfortable with data and statistical analysis. In addition to Model-based Development work, the role will also include lab-based contributions on the target products. The successful candidate must be able to work on individual tasks under limited supervision, or with a team to achieve operational targets and must have the ability to communicate and collaborate with parties within and outside of own job function. Eventually the candidate may be responsible for helping to provide guidance, coaching and training to other employees within their job area.

Requirements

Experience in MATLAB and Simulink
Experience in Code optimization and/or numerical stability
Experience in the Systems Engineering discipline
Experience in reading and developing algorithm descriptions, mathematical expressions and derivations, matrix manipulations, outlier analysis, and system level analysis
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
U.S. citizenship is required
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Nice To Haves

Professional background specializing in performing complex statistical analysis and/or mathematical modeling
Experience in performing data analysis and problem solving (e.g. anomaly investigation)

Responsibilities

Test algorithms and models for the JPALS program
Develop the necessary tools to accomplish sufficient testing
Work on multiple tasks in a software development environment
Conduct analysis for system trouble shooting
Improve code quality by performing code reviews and good software practice
Analyze data using advanced mathematical and statistical techniques
Willingness to travel 10% and do field-work

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