Principal Systems Engineer

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis, architecture, and design at all levels of the total system product, including concept, fabrication, modeling, test, and maintenance.
• Conduct functional analysis, trade studies, requirements allocation, and interface definition studies to translate customer needs into hardware and software specifications.
• Decompose customer specifications into sub-system and piece part requirements while developing verification criteria and plans.
• Execute technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, and cost and risk analyses for total system solutions.
• Support bid and proposal efforts for new business opportunities.

Requirements

• STEM degree (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree with at least 5 years of experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required to meet security clearance eligibility.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance.
• Proven experience with the systems development process, including requirements capture, design, decomposition, integration, and verification/validation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with the Scaled Agile framework.
• Experience with Cryptographic Hardware architecture/design and Network Encryption specifications.
• Proficiency with engineering tools such as DOORS or CAMEO.
• Experience with software languages including Rust and Python.
• Strong communication skills with experience presenting technical data to executive leadership.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and retirement contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment programs.
• Comprehensive parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Relocation assistance eligibility.

About the Company

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a global leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the aerospace and defense industry. Our Mission Systems team develops secure communications and missionized systems for military and government customers worldwide, ensuring they stay ahead of evolving global challenges.