Senior Systems Engineering Manager (ONSITE)

RTXMelbourne, FL
$132,400 - $251,600Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace is looking for an experienced, Senior Systems Engineering Manager with a passion for engineering and the desire to lead an innovative, dedicated team responsible for future development and testing of avionics systems for commercial aircraft. This is an onsite position based in Melbourne, Florida. 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.

Requirements

  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
  • Must understand the full systems engineering "V" and how to implement it into products
  • Basic understanding of aircraft level certification activities (TC/STC etc…) as well as avionics certification activities (TSO/PMA etc…)
  • Understanding of Avionics DO-160 qualification activities
  • Avionics development lifecycle understanding
  • Experience implementing and operating in an Agile environment
  • Basic understanding of Earned Value Management

Nice To Haves

  • Understanding of ARP-4754 and how to implement in Avionics
  • Expert level understanding of aircraft and avionics level certification activities
  • Experience as a Cost Account manager
  • Experience working with FAA/FCC
  • Understanding the difference between EASA and FAA regulations
  • Industry awareness of Communication Working Group
  • Pilots License
  • Greater than 3 years of engineering leadership experience
  • Ability to lead complex avionics programs as a technical leader
  • Ability to lead large bidding efforts
  • Familiarity with Jama
  • Experience working with Boeing and Airbus
  • Experience working with Business and Regional OEMs

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage individual development plans for team members
  • Coach and guide systems engineers in performing their tasks
  • Proactively manage team performance, conducting continuous performance discussions
  • Manage team salaries and compensation, aligning with broader department strategies
  • Create strategic staffing plans for multiyear projects
  • Work with leaders across the business to find the best total Collins solution to staffing
  • Work with programs to understand demand loading and skillset needs
  • Support team in Systems Development concepts for Avionics equipment
  • Understand the full systems engineering V and how to implement it into products
  • Awareness of Communication, Navigation, and Surveillance systems in commercial aircraft
  • Support systems engineering team in developing estimates for new engineering efforts

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
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