Principal Platform Systems Engineer - Rotary Wing; Onsite

Principal Platform Systems Engineer - Rotary Wing (Onsite)

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA,  USA

Date Posted:

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizenship Requirement: U.S. citizenship is required.

Security Clearance: None/Not Required

The Rotary Wing Platform Systems Engineering team is seeking a highly motivated Systems Engineer to join the development team efforts for the CTES program for our U.S. Army customer.

• Support systems engineering through all phases of system product development including program pursuit and capture, requirements capture and analysis, system architecture design, requirements allocation and traceability, system verification, system validation and life‑cycle product support.
• Work for avionics solutions across the U.S. Army platforms.
• Navigate through the bids & pursuits, adhering to Collins Processes.
• Support customer discussions alongside the program chiefs & architect.
• Occasional domestic travel to customer sites may be required.

• 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.
• Experience with Agile development methodology.
• Current or prior experience in a Systems or Software Engineering role through all phases of development.

• Prior CAAS/Flight2 Architect Experience
• Experience with DARs
• Experience doing bids & pursuits
• Experience with planning documents
• Familiarity with the CTES Aircraft Platform
• Prior technical leadership experience

• 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 such as pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal,  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.

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.

Salary Range: 101,000 USD - 203,000 USD.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: 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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