Senior Systems Engineer - International CH-53K Product Owner (Onsite)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA
•$86,800 - $165,200•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to shape the future of aerospace with cutting-edge technology? Join our Rotary Wing Platform Systems Team within the Military Avionics & Helos group at Collins Aerospace. Here, you will play a crucial role in developing and testing avionics for International CH-53K programs. This dynamic position offers the flexibility to push the boundaries of technology, enhancing the capabilities for CAAS/AMS. This role requires a highly motivated person as the Platform Systems Product Owner (PO) for the International CH-53K. The PO needs to be a self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as a member of the broader team.

Requirements

  • Ability to obtain a US Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET security clearance.
  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of experience, or an Advanced Degree with 3 years of experience.
  • U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
  • Active and existing security clearance required after day 1.

Nice To Haves

  • Collins Aerospace’s Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS) experience.
  • Cost Account Manager (CAM) experience.
  • Experience (military or civil aircraft) in avionics systems.
  • Working knowledge / understanding of data busses and protocols (Ethernet, MIL-STD-1553B, and ARINC-429).
  • Strong organizational skills including associated documentation.
  • Communicate with a wide variety of technical and management personnel as well customers.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Platform Systems team for priority and schedule regarding development scope for the International CH-53K programs.
  • Perform Platform Systems Engineering (PSE) activities for the International CH-53K program, including requirements/test procedure development, design updates, execution of test procedures, etc. Tools used are DOORS, JIRA, PREP, Microsoft, SVN and others.
  • Be responsible for the cost, scope, direction, & overall team operation during different International CH-53K updates.
  • Be in charge of completing the Increment plan for the Platform Systems team during the Rotary Wing department wide planning events.
  • Navigate through the bids & pursuits, adhering to Collins Processes.
  • Be the dedicated Cost Account Manager (CAM) for all Platform Systems activities within the International CH-53K programs.
  • Design system solutions, ensuring the integration of Collins Aerospace products into complex upgrade programs for the International CH-53K program.

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
  • Carrot Health to hormonal health, fertility, and family building
  • 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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