Principal Systems Engineer - SOA Platforms (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Platform Systems Engineer for the Special Operations Aviation (SOA) helicopter programs. You will perform PSE activities, create design artifacts, execute tests in the lab, and contribute to cockpit avionics integration on complex upgrade programs.

Travel up to 10% is required. The role offers opportunities to mentor engineers, interface with customers, and advance avionics development within the Military Avionics group.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Experience within a Systems Engineering role.

Responsibilities

• Perform Platform Systems Engineering activities for SOA helicopter programs, including design artifacts, test procedures and lab testing.
• Complete avionics work across cockpit systems for SOA programs.
• Lead bids & pursuits, following Collins Processes for SOA programs.
• Lead customer discussions alongside program chiefs and architects.
• Design system solutions ensuring integration of Collins products in upgrade programs.

Skills

Systems Engineering

DoD SECRET clearance (preferable)

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

CAAS

DARs

TNT

DOORS

JIRA

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Join our Rotary Wing Platform Systems Team within the Military Avionics group at Collins Aerospace. You will play a crucial role in developing and testing avionics for Special Operations Aviation (SOA) programs. The dynamic position offers flexibility to push the boundaries of technology and enhance the capabilities of military helicopter platforms.

Responsibilities

• Perform Platform Systems Engineering (PSE) activities for the SOA helicopter programs, including creation of design artifacts and decisions, execution of test procedures, and testing the systems in the lab.
• Complete work for avionics solutions across the cockpit avionics for the Special Operations Aviation programs.
• Navigate bids & pursuits, adhering to Collins Processes for the SOA programs.
• Lead customer discussions alongside program chiefs and architects.
• Design system solutions, ensuring the integration of Collins Aerospace products into complex upgrade programs and working with other military helicopter programs.
• Provide mentorship to other engineers within the Platform Systems team and the department.
• Travel up to 10% of the time as needed.

What You Will Learn

• Deepen your understanding of aircraft systems engineering, gaining insights into advanced integration and development processes.
• Build leadership skills and influence major project outcomes.
• Expand your professional network, working alongside avionics experts and customers.

Qualifications – Must Have

• Typically requires a STEM degree and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Experience within a Systems Engineering role.

Qualifications – Preferable

• Ability to obtain a DoD SECRET security clearance.
• Experience with Collins Aerospace’s Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS).
• Experience with DARs.
• Experience in bids & pursuits.
• Experience with TNT, DOORS, PREP, JIRA, and/or Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching 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: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Autism Benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan, 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.

Mandatory Notice

This role may be eligible for relocation. The position is U.S.-based; appropriate pay structure and benefits apply if the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.