Principal Systems Engineer – SOA CAAS Test Lead (Onsite)

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-Cimmie Ave Ne BLDG 182

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen U.S. Person or Immigration Status Requirements:

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

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX the worlds largest aerospace and defense company 185000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the worlds 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.

Are you ready to shape the future of military rotorcraft avionics

Join our Rotary Wing Platform Systems Team within Integrated Avionics Systems at Collins Aerospace. You will support the development integration and testing of the Special Operations Aviation (SOA) Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS) across multiple rotary-wing platforms.

We are seeking an experienced Principal Systems Engineer to serve as the SOA CAAS Test Lead. This position requires a self-starter capable of independently leading complex test activities solving technical problems mentoring engineers and working directly with our government customers.

What You Will Do:

• Lead SOA CAAS system-level test activities including requirements-based verification robustness testing lab integration and aircraft testing.
• Own test planning readiness execution status and technical coordination for CAAS software releases and system updates.
• Develop and review requirements test procedures test plans schedules reports and verification artifacts.
• Lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex hardware software aircraft and interface integration issues.
• Coordinate test activities across Platform Systems software CSCIs architecture safety airworthiness program leadership and customer stakeholders.
• Maintain and integrate Collins Aerospace and Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) within system integration laboratories.
• Support aircraft ground and flight test activities including preparation configuration troubleshooting and data analysis.
• Provide technical mentorship and direction to systems and test engineers.
• Represent the SOA CAAS team in technical discussions with customers and internal engineering organizations.
• Support bids and pursuits through test planning technical input and engineering estimates.
• Willingness to travel domestically and potentially internationally typically <10% annually with schedule flexibility during formal test events.

What You Will Learn:

• Expand your expertise in CAAS architecture integration qualification and aircraft testing.
• Lead multidisciplinary test activities from initial planning through formal verification and aircraft execution.
• Build direct relationships with government customers operators and test organizations.
  Influence future CAAS capabilities test strategies and the technical development of the SOA CAAS team.
• Gain extensive experience integrating complex avionics systems across Special Operations Aviation rotary-wing platforms.

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.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD SECRET security clearance after day 1.
• Experience in systems engineering avionics integration system verification or requirements-based testing.
• Experience independently leading complex engineering or test activities.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Ability to obtain and maintain an FAA Class III Flight Physical.
• Collins Aerospace Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS) experience.
• Avionics Test Lead Flight Test Engineer/Director Systems Integration Lead or similar technical leadership experience.
• Military or civil aircraft avionics integration and test experience.
• Experience troubleshooting complex integrated avionics systems.
• Working knowledge of Ethernet MIL-STD-1553B and ARINC-429.
• Experience with TLDB DOORS PREP JIRA SVN and Microsoft Office.
• Experience developing requirements test plans/procedures and verification artifacts.
• Experience working directly with government customers and military aircrew.
• Demonstrated technical mentorship and strong communication skills.

What We Offer:

Benefits:

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!

This role may be eligible for relocation.

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.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees as they are essential to the development of our products.

At Collins the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team thats redefining aerospace every day.

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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