Senior Principal CEC SAFe Solution Train Engineer (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 132,400 - 251,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Job summary

RTX in Saint Petersburg, FL, is seeking a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Solution Train Engineer (STE) to oversee multiple Agile Release Trains within the CEC DA/ES program. This onsite role requires active U.S. Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship.

You will drive PI planning, System Demos, and I&A workshops, align backlogs with customer needs, and mentor teams in Lean- Agile practices, ensuring on-time, cost-effective delivery while complying with RTX standards.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in large-scale program management or leadership
• SAFe STE certification or equivalent experience
• Deep SAFe, Agile methods knowledge (Scrum/Kanban)
• Experience with Jira or Rally
• Ability to manage complex programs with multiple dependencies
• Strong leadership, facilitation, and communication skills
• US citizenship and active Secret clearance

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate execution of multiple ARTs within the CEC DA/ES program.
• Drive synchronization across ARTs and ensure PIs stay on track.
• Manage PI events: PI Planning, System Demos, Sprint Reviews, I&A workshops.
• Identify and resolve cross-team risks and impediments.
• Collaborate with Release Managers, System Architects, and Product Owners for backlog alignment.
• Facilitate communication between the Solution Train, ARTs, and external stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement by Lean-Agile practices and mentoring teams.
• Ensure compliance with RTX processes and standards while delivering timely solutions.

Skills

SAFe framework

Leadership

Communication

Facilitation

Education

STEM degree with 10+ yearsExperience

Advanced degree with 7+ years

Tools

Jira

Rally

Job description

Job Title

Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Solution Train Engineer (STE)

Location

St. Petersburg, FL, United States of America

Role Type

Onsite

Security Clearance Requirement

Active U.S. Secret security clearance required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Salary Range

132,400 - 251,600 USD

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the execution of multiple Agile Release Trains (ARTs) within the CEC DA/ES program, facilitating alignment between teams, stakeholders, and program objectives.
• Drive synchronization across ARTs and ensure program increments (PIs) stay on track.
• Manage the planning and execution of Program Increment (PI) events, including PI Planning, System Demos, Sprint Reviews, and Inspect and Adapt (I&A) workshops.
• Identify, manage, and resolve cross-team risks, dependencies, and impediments to ensure seamless program execution.
• Collaborate with Product Release Managers, Release Train Engineers, System Architects, and Product Owners to ensure the program backlog is well‑defined, prioritized, and aligned with customer needs.
• Facilitate effective communication between the Solution Train, ARTs, and external stakeholders, promoting transparency and alignment.
• Drive continuous improvement by implementing SAFe best practices, fostering a culture of Lean‑Agile principles, and mentoring teams on Agile methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with RTX processes and standards, while delivering high‑quality solutions in a timely and cost‑effective manner.

Qualifications

Must Have

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in large‑scale program management or leadership roles, including 3+ years in a SAFe environment.
• SAFe Solution Train Engineer certification or equivalent experience.
• Deep understanding of SAFe principles, roles, and responsibilities, as well as Agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban.
• Experience with Agile tools such as Jira, Rally, or equivalent platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex programs with multiple dependencies, teams, and stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, facilitation, and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus among diverse teams.
• Typical requirement of a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) with at least 10 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field with at least 7 years of experience.
• Active and transferable U.S. Secret security clearance required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Preferred

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or related industries.
• Deep knowledge of systems engineering, software development, and large‑scale solution integration.
• Familiarity with Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC) or similar systems.
• Prior experience working with geographically distributed teams.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution.
• 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, parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health fertility and family planning support.
• Adoption assistance and autism benefit.
• Employee assistance program with up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Wellness incentives, wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand virtual visits.
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
• Teladoc medical experts second opinion program.
• Relocation assistance may be provided.

EEO Statement

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 Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.