Principal Systems Engineer - Flight Training Programs (Onsite)

RTX•Davis, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace 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. Role Description: Collins Aerospace is where innovation meets precision in the development of cutting-edge simulators and training systems for both military and commercial sectors. We harness advanced technology to craft specialized training solutions tailored to some of the most challenging roles in aviation. Our products range from simple desktop trainers to sophisticated, full-scale flight simulators equipped with high-fidelity weapon systems, full visual motion, and simulator interoperability. By merging real-world scenarios with virtual environments, we deliver the simulation and training tools necessary to stay ahead in a dynamic world. In this position, you will focus on the decomposition and design of complex training device features and interfaces. You will work in a fast-paced, modern, agile development environment, and collaborate closely with software and hardware to build and test advanced mission capabilities and features. This position requires a US Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance and the ability to maintain SAP access. This position is onsite in Sterling, Virginia, and most of the job functions are performed inside of a closed area.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
Active and transferable U.S. DoD Secret security clearance is required prior to start date.

Nice To Haves

Experience with MBSE and model-based design.
Experience developing, allocating, and maintaining system requirements.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate with leadership and other engineering disciplines.
Experience supporting a government customer.
Experience with Python for test automation.
Experience with Cameo modeling tool.
Experience working within a Requirements management tool (Doors, Jama, etc.)
Experience with avionics systems, interfaces, and standards (ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, etc.)
Experience developing training devices.
A successful candidate exhibits leader-like qualities and has a willingness to share their knowledge and build up their peers.
May have broad knowledge of project management.
Requires substantial knowledge of RTX projects, programs or systems in order to provide enhancements within job area.

Responsibilities

Define and derive systems engineering requirements, including interface definitions and requirement verification and validation
Define operational concepts and support working groups with customers.
Apply Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies to support the development cycle using Cameo.
Contribute to agile planning meetings and help define acceptance criteria for features based on customer requirements.
Participate in customer demonstrations of new features or prototypes and incorporate customer feedback into our designs.
Influence decisions within your work area and promote modular and efficient system designs.
Coach and review the work of junior engineers.
May lead small development efforts or processes within work area.
Provide estimates for development efforts.
Cultivate a culture of ownership, accountability, innovation, and technical excellence.

Benefits

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