Principal IV&V Systems Engineer (Onsite)

Principal IV&V Systems Engineer

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. 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.

Collins is hiring a Principal IV&V Systems Engineer to support programs for our US military and various international customers, keeping the world safe from foreign threats. We support multiple contracts and are 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. In this role, you will play a critical part in the design, development, and integration of products, from concept to production. You will collaborate closely with hardware and software engineers to ensure seamless system performance and deliver innovative solutions that meet customer needs.

This position is onsite in Largo, FL and requires a current/active US Secret security clearance.

What You Will Do:

• Lead cross-functional team members (systems, hardware, and software engineers) to ensure system compatibility and performance
• Conduct testing, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure reliability and functionality across all product levels
• Support the transition of products from prototype to production, including design reviews and documentation
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute innovative ideas to enhance product performance and features
• Maintain clear communication with team members and stakeholders to align project milestones and deliverables

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Expert knowledge of the full Systems Engineering V – from CONOPS development to Sustainment
• Proven experience directing integration and testing efforts within multidisciplinary teams
• Experience organizing test teams and leading the generation of testing artifacts
• Experience scheduling and overseeing test events to include subcontracted efforts and results
• Ability to work with other IPTs contributing to a large-scale test program spanning Functional, allocated, and product baselines
• 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
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Specific Experience with Nuclear Command & Control (NC3) programs
• Experience integrating firmware and software onto hardware products
• Experience with audio and video product integration
• Experience with integrating communication Radio and Systems: SATCOM, LOS/BLOS, AEHF, or V/UHF
• Experience with computer networking including API development and systems security
• Proficiency 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 automation
• A current active Top Secret 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 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
• This position may be eligible for relocation assistance 
• And more! 

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.