Principal Systems Engineer – Product Safety (ARP4761 or MIL-STD-882E experience required)

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-121 350 Collins Rd NE BLDG 121

Position Role Type:

Remote

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Not Required

Collins Aerospace an RTX company is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Are you ready to take your engineering expertise to new heights At Collins Aerospace were not just building avionics systems were building the future of aviation. As a Principal Systems Safety Engineer youll be at the helm of innovation ensuring the safety reliability and integrity of the systems that power aircraft across the globe. Whether supporting military commercial or regional aviation your contributions will directly impact the safety of millions of passengers and is your chance to work on cutting-edge technology collaborate with top-tier talent and make a real difference in aerospace safety. If you thrive in a fast-paced dynamic and challenging environment we want you on our team.

This role can be worked remotely in the U.S. The position supports programs primarily based in Cedar Rapids IA.

What You Will Do:

• Lead critical safety initiatives and be a trusted advisor to our engineering teams and customers. Driving Comprehensive Safety Assessments: Execute civil safety assessments in accordance with ARP4761 or military safety assessments per MIL-STD-882E. This includes developing System Safety Program Plans (SSPPs) Functional Hazard Assessments (FHAs) Fault Tree Analyses (FTAs) and Safety Assessment Reports (SARs).

• Shaping Design Requirements: Collaborate with systems hardware and software engineering teams to define safety-critical requirements during the development process.

• Reviewing & Refining Designs: Dive deep into design documentation for safety-critical systems providing expert analysis and feedback to ensure the highest standards of safety.

• Mentorship & Leadership: Share your expertise with less experienced engineers guiding them in safety practices and fostering a culture of continuous learning.

• Cross-Team Collaboration: Partner with customers stakeholders and organizational leaders to develop plans solve challenges and deliver excellence.

• Travel 5%

What You Will Learn:

• Hands-On Experience: Work on groundbreaking avionics systems with practical exposure to industry-leading tools and technologies.

• Professional Growth: Access company-sponsored certifications training programs and mentorship opportunities. Youll also have the chance to lead high-impact initiatives and grow as a technical expert.

• Innovative Culture: Be part of a team that encourages curiosity creativity and continuous learning.

• Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with cross-functional teams and industry leaders expanding your professional connections and expertise.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science Technology Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.

• Experience in safety-critical systems; ARP4761 or MIL-STD-882E safety standards.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Familiarity with standards such as ARP4754A DO-254 DO-178B/C and DO-297.

• Proficiency in CAFTA or equivalent safety analysis tools including proficiency in Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA).

• Strong foundation in reliability engineering theory statistics and mathematical modeling.

• Recognized technical expertise in avionics safety with awareness to excel in various environments.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• 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 insurancecritical illnessinsurance 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!

Learn More & Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course that wouldnt be possible without the capabilities and technologies of our organization as well as our engineers a highly skilled accomplished network that spans more than 180 sites 24 countries and 6 Strategic Business Units (SBUs).

Our industry-leading experts are setting the standards for the aerospace industry and paving the way for the future. But as new challenges present themselves we need fresh creative and motivated minds to overcome these hurdles help us break barriers and achieve new levels of innovation. Do you have what it takes to join a global organization that doesnt shy away from big opportunities If so we invite you to join our ranks and create the next generation of aerospace technologies.

Together we will nurture an engineering culture that values intellectual curiosity risk takers and integrity. A place where we will challenge ourselves our teams and the status quo and where we will work to find a way the right way to achieve what others can only dream of.

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 107500 USD - 204500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role function and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience location education/training and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including but not limited to medical dental vision life insurance short-term disability long-term disability 401(k) match flexible spending accounts flexible work schedules employee assistance program Employee Scholar Program parental leave paid time off and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including but not limited to individual performance business unit performance and/or the companys performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act.

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