Senior Principal Project Engineer Chief Engineer (ONSITE)

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-106 400 Collins Rd NE BLDG 106

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 Open Systems Solutions (OSS) Products Team in Cedar Rapids Iowa is seeking a Senior Principal Project Engineer - Chief Engineer to lead next-generation Open System Architecture product development. This organization develops open standards compliant modular solutions and enables rapid deployment of mission critical capabilities to the warfighter. As part of Collins Mission Systems OSS provides advanced communications flight and ground computing sensors cyber solutions and mission system integration.

As a Chief Engineer you will serve as the technical design authority and engineering leader for a strategically critical segment of next generation this role you will drive cross discipline integration ensure technical excellence and lead execution across engineering program and customer domains.

What You Will Do
Serve as the technical design authority for the Multi-Function Processing & Secure Solutions Products within OSS ensuring architecture and decisions align with program & product line strategy
Lead cross-discipline integration across systems software electrical mechanical and specialty engineering
Develop and manage engineering plans including scope schedules estimates and project controls
Coordinate technical content for proposals business cases specifications and contract commitments
Set design direction and oversee development integration verification validation and qualification activities
Identify issues drive timely resolution and maintain execution alignment to cost schedule and performance targets
Coordinate resources and partner with functional leaders to ensure the right engineering skillsets are applied
Act as the primary technical interface for program leadership customers and suppliers

Travel up to 25% required

Sign-on Bonus Eligible

Qualifications You Must Have
Extensive experience in systems software or multi-disciplinary engineering leadership roles
Demonstrated authority in leading technical direction architecture definition and cross-functional integration on complex programs
Proven experience planning and executing engineering scope including work breakdown structures estimates schedules and project controls
Strong background in technical risk & opportunity management issue resolution and execution within cost/schedule/quality targets
Experience leading verification validation and qualification activities for mission-critical systems
Proven ability to collaborate with program management customers and suppliers in a high-visibility technical leadership capacity
Experience with Agile Mission Suite Government Reference Architecture (AMS GRA)
Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain Top Secret after start date
U.S. citizenship only (dual citizenship not permitted) is required as access to information under this program/contract is restricted to individuals with sole U.S. citizenship.
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
Prior technical leadership experience as a Chief Engineer Lead Systems Engineer or equivalent architecture/ownership role
Experience with mission systems avionics or other complex integrated software/hardware product families
Demonstrated success driving engineering strategy process improvements and architectural cohesion across large programs or portfolios
Background in supporting proposals business plans or contract negotiations for technically complex systems
Knowledge of regulatory certification or qualification requirements applicable to mission products
Ability to lead and influence without direct authority across engineering functions
Experience leading within an agile execution model with knowledge and experience in agile tools such as JIRA & Confluence

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
This position is eligible for relocation assistance
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

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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.

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