Senior Principal Systems Integration Engineer (ONSITE)

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

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

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Collins Aerospace an RTX company 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.

The Applied Research & Technology (AR&T) organization is seeking an experienced Senior Principal Systems Integration Engineer to lead complex integration and field demonstration activities supporting military customers and advanced missioncritical systems. This senior-level role provides strategic technical leadership and serves as the primary authority during onsite customer engagements field events and multi-domain integration efforts. The ideal candidate possesses extensive expertise operating across highly secure environments demonstrates exceptional leadership in multidisciplinary customer settings and excels in driving results in dynamic fast-paced operational scenarios.

What You Will Do
Provide strategic leadership and oversight for system integration configuration and demonstration activities for Mission Systems products across air ground maritime and multi-domain applications ensuring alignment with organizational and program goals
Coordinate integration across multidisciplinary teams including systems software hardware test networking and cybersecurity engineering
Propose capture plan and execute field demonstrations platform integrations and customer events at various security levels (e.g. Unclassified Controlled Unclassified Secret and above as required)
Serve as the primary technical interface to U.S. and international military customers during integration evaluation and demonstration activities
Diagnose and resolve integration issues spanning hardware interfaces embedded software networking communications systems and missionsystem components
Develop integration plans demonstration objectives configuration documentation and postevent technical reports suitable for military programs and securitycontrolled environments
Ensure adherence to security policies related to handling classified material secure labs and secure field operations
Mentor junior and midlevel integration engineers promoting disciplined integration practices aligned with team standards
Represent Collins Aerospace as a senior technical leader at high-profile mission effectiveness events capability demonstrations and customer engagements showcasing thought leadership strategic vision and exceptional communication skills
Travel up to 50% to customer sites test ranges and field demonstration locations

Qualifications You Must Have
Extensive experience in Mission Systems aerospace defense or militaryrelevant system integration roles
Ability to work within multiple security domains and follow all classified handling procedures
Excellent communication skills with the ability to brief military customers and translate complex technical concepts
Active and transferable SECRET clearance is required prior to start date
U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
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

Qualifications We Prefer
Experience leading integration and demonstrated activities for military systems or in secure operational environments
Strong troubleshooting skills across embedded systems hardware interfaces networking and secure communications technologies
Experience supporting military platform integration (airborne ground maritime or C2 systems)
Familiarity with secure lab operations classified networks and crossdomain solutions
Background in systems engineering realtime embedded software mission networking or advanced avionics architectures
Prior experience delivering highvisibility capability demonstrations to military customers or senior stakeholders
Active Top Secret (TS) Security clearance

What We Offer
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!

Do you want to be a part of something bigger A team whose impact stretches across the world and even beyond At Collins Aerospace our Mission Systems team helps civilian military and government customers complete their most complex missions whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team youll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge Join our mission today.

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
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.

Employee Referral Eligible

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 132400 USD - 251600 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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