Senior Systems Engineer - AVI MIL FMS (Onsite)
About The Position
Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer for its Military Avionics Flight Management department in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The role works with a collaborative, cross-functional team of approximately 6–10 Systems and Software engineers in an AGILE environment to design, develop, and test software features for flight management systems integrated into military helicopters and planes. The products include CAAS/Flight 2 Flight Management Solutions, including Flight Management Systems and Tactical Communication, as part of the Collins Integrated Avionics System. The position involves applying and developing expertise in Systems Engineering and Flight Management Systems, while contributing leadership, communication, coordination, and proactiveness to deliver quality products to internal and external customers. Domestic and international travel of less than 10% may be required. The role is primarily onsite in Cedar Rapids and may require work beyond a typical 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. day or a 40-hour work week. Relocation is eligible.
Requirements
- Typically, a STEM degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and at least 3 years of experience.
- At least 4 years of experience with C, C++, DOORS, ADA, and/or Python.
- At least 4 years of experience in a Systems role.
- Must be a U.S. Person.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with software lifecycle development, including design, requirements, integration, and test.
- Pilot or avionics experience, such as private piloting, aircraft maintenance, or DO-178 certification.
- Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance if needed after the first day.
Responsibilities
- Work with Systems and Software engineers to design, develop, and test software features for flight management systems used in military helicopters and planes.
- Develop and apply knowledge of Systems Engineering and Flight Management Systems.
- Use leadership, communication, coordination, and proactive collaboration to deliver quality and timely products to internal and external customers.
- Travel domestically and internationally as needed (less than 10%).
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
- 401(k) plan with employer matching and a separate employer retirement contribution
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student loan repayment program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and identity theft protection coverages
- Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
- Adoption assistance
- Autism benefit
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
- Wellness incentives and rewards
- Virtual doctor visits
- Child and elder care services
- Second-opinion medical services
- Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation
- Paid time off and holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
