Principal Systems Engineer - Air Combat Training (onsite)

Principal Systems Engineer - Air Combat Training (Onsite)

The Air Combat Test & Training (ACTT) Department within Mission Systems is committed to enhancing training capability and realism, enabling U.S. warfighters and international partners to "train like you fight." Our ACTT engineering team develops state-of-the-art cryptographic, datalink, networking, and command and control systems that support threat and weapon simulations. These advanced systems allow military pilots to practice combat maneuvers in the air without the risks or cost associated with firing live weapons. We specialize in designing secure Air Combat Maneuvering Instrumentation (ACMI) systems, guiding them from concept through accreditation, production, and installation.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the team in creating and maintaining system designs, interface definitions, requirements, analyses, trade studies, and other documentation
• Build strong relationships and effectively communicate with team members and customers
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and coordinate with engineering leadership and program management to ensure the success of the program
• Perform Control Account Manager (CAM) duties utilizing earned value management methods, including bidding, planning, overseeing, and communicating project cost, schedule, and risk
• Guide and mentor in a flexible agile development environment
• Manage multiple competing tasks while balancing priorities

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 8 years of prior relevant experience OR an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of experience OR in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience is required
• Must have or be capable of obtaining a US Department of Defense (DoD) Secret or above security clearance
• Experience with the systems development process
• Experience making decisions that impact cost, schedule, and technical performance
• Outstanding teamwork, organization, and communication skills
• Willing to travel up to 10%

Location Details: Cedar Rapids - Vibrant & Affordable - A Great Place to Thrive

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, has evolved from its agricultural roots into a vibrant community perfect for living, working, and playing. With over 275,000 residents, the area provides a rich array of arts, entertainment, dining, and shopping options. Despite this, the cost of living is 10% less than the national average and most commutes are under 20 minutes. The city's cultural scene comes alive with live performances at the Alliant Energy PowerHouse arena, outdoor McGrath Amphitheatre, and historic Paramount Theatre. Sports fans can feel the excitement of Big Ten games at the nearby University of Iowa or cheer on local minor league teams. The region boasts extensive trails, parks, golf courses, and waterways for outdoor recreation opportunities. This thriving city also stands out for excellent schools, top-tier hospitals, enriching museums, and a calendar packed with fun festivals and fairs. Cedar Rapids is a dynamic and welcoming community that offers the perfect blend of affordability and a high quality of life, making it an ideal place to call home.

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, 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.

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
• Eligible for relocation assistance
• And more!

The salary range for this role is $101,000 - $203,000 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.

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.