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. Strategic Defense Solutions (SDS) is seeking a n experienced and results-driven Senior Systems Engineer – Cost Account Manager (CAM) and Scrum Master (SM) to join our team. This role requires a seasoned professional with a proven track record in cost management, financial forecasting, and program execution within the aerospace and defense industry. The successful candidate will serve as a critical liaison between engineering, finance, and program management to ensure projects are executed on time and within budget while meeting technical and operational objectives.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in cost account management, financial analysis, or program management within the aerospace and defense sector.
  • Certified Earned Value Management (CEVM) or comparable.
  • Experience in financial systems and tools, such as SAP, PMX or equivalent.
  • Experience managing an Agile Team as either a Scrum Master or Product Owner.
  • Experience with the Atlassian Suite such as Jira or Confluence.
  • 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 Top Secret clearance is required.
  • U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice To Haves

  • PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials.
  • RTX Program Management Level 6 or equivalent.
  • Certified as Scaled Agile Scrum Master, Scrum Product Owner or equivalent.
  • Familiarity with RTX systems, processes, and tools.
  • Basis of Estimate Training or equivalent.
  • Experience with Risk and Opportunities.
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across functions.
  • Experience managing competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary CAM on the Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (SEIT) team, ensuring compliance with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) standards and company policies.
  • Lead the development, management, and execution of cost accounts, including baseline establishment, budget forecasting, variance analysis, and mitigation planning.
  • Partner with engineering teams to develop detailed work scope, schedules, and resource requirements for project execution.
  • Provide accurate and timely financial reporting, including Estimates at Completion (EACs) and variance explanations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, program management, and supply chain, to ensure alignment of cost, schedule, and technical performance.
  • Identify risks and opportunities within cost accounts and develop actionable plans to address them.
  • Support program reviews, audits, and customer engagements with detailed cost and schedule analytics.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline cost management processes and enhance program performance.
  • Facilitate daily scrum, sprint planning, sprint demo and retrospective meetings
  • Work with the Product Owner, especially on backlog grooming and maintaining the product backlog
  • Facilitate discussions, decision making, and conflict resolution among the team members
  • Ensure a conducive environment for the team, enabling members to work efficiently and effectively

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
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