System Engineer – Algorithms (Onsite)

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3d•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace is seeking a qualified algorithm Systems Engineer to support the Joint Precision Approach and Landing System (JPALS) program. This is an early career engineering position for an individual with educational and/or professional experience in the development of solutions to GPS Navigation Systems. This individual will be required to run and test modeling and simulation of algorithmic models using Simulink and MATLAB. The work is highly technical, and the individual must be comfortable with documenting equations, derivation, and generation of plots in MATLAB. The individual must be comfortable with data and statistical analysis. The successful candidate must be able to work on individual tasks under limited supervision, or with a team to achieve operational targets and must have the ability to communicate and collaborate with parties within and outside of own job function. Eventually the candidate may be responsible for helping to provide guidance, coaching and training to other employees within their job area.

Requirements

Proficiency in MATLAB; code optimization and numerical stability
Understanding of basic software development principles – configuration control, collaborative development, formal processes
Experience in reading and developing algorithm descriptions, mathematical expressions and derivations, matrix manipulations, outlier analysis, and system level analysis
Experience in performing data analysis and problem solving (e.g. anomaly investigation)
Proficient skills in written and oral communication
Experience working well in teams and multi-tasking
Demonstrable computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint
Ability to obtain a SECRET Security Clearance or Higher is REQUIRED
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the systems engineering discipline
Experience performing complex statistical analysis and/or mathematical modeling
Experience performing model driven design using Simulink and auto generated code
Experience with development of solutions to GPS Navigation Systems
Willingness to travel and do field work

Responsibilities

Test algorithms and models for the JPALS program
Develop the necessary tools to accomplish sufficient testing
Work on multiple tasks in a software development environment
Conduct analysis for system trouble shooting and analysis
Improve code quality by performing code reviews and good software practice

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
And more!