Principal Systems Engineer (ONSITE)

Principal Systems EngineerCollins 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. You will be a member of a multi-disciplinary group of System, Hardware and Software Engineers. We are a growing business developing new products in an aggressive and competitive market. The new designs are exciting and technically challenging.The Protected Communication Systems (PCS) team is hiring a Principal Systems Engineer to support programs for our US military and various international customers, keeping the world safe from foreign threats. PCS supports multiple Collins contracts and is seeking to fill roles across several open contracts – our goal is to align each new hire with a position that best suits their skills and allows for career growth. As a Principal Systems Engineer, you will be a member of an Integrated Program Team (IPT) developing architecture, refining requirements, guiding system development and integration, supporting test development, and working closely with our customers and suppliers to ensure we deliver world class solutions.What You Will DoManage moderately sized projects or processesManage the entrance and exit criteria of Design Reviews, Integration, Dry Run, and Formal Qualification TestingManage numerous and undefined problems and issues requiring detailed information gathering, analysis, and investigation to understand the problemOversee the development of full lifecycle solutions from CONOPS to Validation while leading customer discussions and reporting to project leadershipOversee and supporting the Integration of Solutions within their target environmentOversee lab activities including definition, setup, configuration management, and testingAct as a Subject Matter Expert within discipline and a mentor to junior engineersQualifications You Must HaveKnowledge of the full Systems Engineering V – from CONOPS development to SustainmentAbility to interact with and lead multidisciplinary teams of design professionals including electrical, mechanical, software, test, logistics and other system engineersStrong integration and test knowledge including digital twins, test procedures, test automation, test execution, and/or test reportingKnowledge of or application of Earned Value Management System (EVMS)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 experienceActive and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start dateU.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceQualifications We PreferExperience with Nuclear Command & Control (NC3) programs for STRATCOM, E-4B, E-6B, and/or other Strategic initiativesExperience with audio and video (hardware or software) product design and development, including how it's done in a product, protocols, chipsets, configurationExperience with integrating communication Radio and Systems: SATCOM, LOS/BLOS, AEHF, or V/UHFExperience with computer networking including API development and systems securityProficiency in tooling to include CAMEO, Rhapsody, Microsoft products, or tasking boards (Jira, IBM EWM, etc.)Experience with and knowledge of scripting for analysis or build and test automationActive Top Secret Security ClearanceWhat We OfferMedical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursement programStudent Loan Repayment ProgramLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsOvia Health, fertility, and family planningAdoption AssistanceAutism BenefitEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessionsHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards programDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsBright Horizons, child and elder care servicesTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion programThis position is eligible for relocation assistanceAnd 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, you'll 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.Employee Referral Eligible*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 that's redefining aerospace, every day.