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Senior Principal Systems Engineer

Collins Aerospace is seeking a highly motivated Senior Principal Systems Engineer to join our efforts in developing next-generation capabilities for the UH-60M Black Hawk program, supporting both U.S. Army and international customers.

This is a key technical leadership role focused on software systems architecture, avionics integration, and collaboration across cross-functional engineering teams.

What You Will Do:

• Architect software requirements using simulations and subsystem interfacing, applying deep knowledge of avionic applications.
• Lead Change Control Board (CCB) activities to manage engineering changes and system updates.
• Drive and support technical input for bids and proposals.
• Collaborate in all phases of the systems engineering lifecycle, including:
• Requirements analysis and capture
• System and subsystem design
• Software requirements definition
• Integration and formal verification testing
• Work closely with systems and software engineers, following Collins Aerospace engineering standards and processes.
• Lead discussions with customers alongside program chiefs and systems architects.
• Travel occasionally to customer sites, domestically and internationally (less than 10%).

Qualifications You Must Have:

• 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.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.
• Proven experience as a technical lead or system architect on complex engineering programs.
• Experience within the aerospace or defense industry.
• Willingness to travel occasionally, both domestically and internationally.
• Experience delivering meeting project schedules.
• Familiarity with system engineering processes and tools

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Strong self-motivation and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent teamwork, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Experience with avionics product certification.
• Proficiency with tools such as SVN, DOORS, Cameo, and Atlassian.
• Understanding of CMMI or DO-178 derived development processes.
• Technical knowledge in one or more of the following:
• Flight displays, communication and navigation systems, flight management, mission equipment
• Human factors and human-machine interface (HMI) design
• Experience with data communication protocols such as:
• Ethernet (IEEE 802.3), TCP/IP, MIL-STD-1553B, ARINC-429
• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles and practices

What We Offer:

Benefits:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• 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
• And more!

This position may be eligible for relocation to Huntsville, AL.

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.

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.

The salary range for this role is 124,000 USD - 250,000 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 candidate's 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 company's 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.

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.

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