Senior Systems Engineer - CH-53K Test Lead (Onsite)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

1d•$86,800 - $165,200•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.

Requirements

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.
Experience in a Test Lead role.
U.S. citizenship is required.
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1.

Nice To Haves

Ability to obtain a US Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET security clearance.
Collins Aerospace’s Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS) experience.
Avionics test lead experience.
Experience (military or civil aircraft) in avionics systems, specifically testing and troubleshooting.
Working knowledge / understanding of data busses and protocols (Ethernet, MIL-STD-1553B, and ARINC-429).
Experience with TLDB, DOORS, PREP, JIRA and Microsoft Office Suite is desired.
Strong organizational skills including associated documentation.
Communicate with a wide variety of technical and management personnel as well the customer, normally active-duty military and associated contractors.

Responsibilities

Lead on-site execution of requirements-based testing, robustness and ad-hoc testing in a lab environment (schedule flexibility is necessary during formal test phases).
Perform Platform Systems Engineering (PSE) activities for the CH-53K Israel program.
Be responsible for the overall testing for the CH-53K Israel customer of different Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS) updates.
Formulating requirements/test procedures, preparing and coordinating test events.
Preparing test schedules, test statuses and the test environment.
Maintain, support, investigate the Collins Aerospace lab hardware and environment; including integration and investigation of the interfaces for Collins Aerospace equipment and government furnished equipment in the lab.
Design system solutions, ensuring the integration of Collins Aerospace products into complex upgrade programs.
Navigate through the bids & pursuits, adhering to Collins Processes.
Research test requirements and prepare test plans and procedures.

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