Principal Systems Engineer - Avionics Certification; ONSITE

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Collins Aerospace is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to join the Integrated Flight Systems Product Line Engineering group. This team focuses on certification and process expertise collaborating with Programs, the internal Certification Office, Customers, and Regulators to ensure Airworthiness of Avionics Systems. Additionally, the group handles system-level activities, including design, integration, testing, and FMS Systems Engineering SME support for platforms such as the Bombardier Global series, Airbus A220, Embraer Praetor, ARJ
21 C909, and commercial derivative programs.

This is an onsite position based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

• We are seeking a highly skilled professional with a strong technical background in Avionics Systems Engineering and Certification. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in ARP
  4754A certification activities and will play a key role in supporting the development lifecycle of software and hardware integration for Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) Systems, including Fusion IPS and Next Gen architectures.
• This is an on-site position requiring close collaboration with program teams to produce critical certification documentation, such as Change Impact Analyses, Certification Plans, Certification Summaries, System Verification Summary Reports, Traceability Documents, TSO compliance matrices, Open Problem Reports, and other supporting materials.
• The candidate will be responsible for managing and submitting Job Aids and forms to the Certification Office as part of SOI1-SOI4 and TSO activities. This position involves capturing the program’s lifecycle through detailed documentation and preparing comprehensive summaries and reports to substantiate airworthiness. Acting as the Certification Focal, the candidate will interface with Internal Teams, Management, Certification Office, OEMs, and Regulatory Authorities, including supporting audit activities, providing regular updates, status reports, and metrics on certification progress.
• Secondary responsibilities involve collaborating on the design, development, integration, troubleshooting, and testing of Avionics Systems. This includes operating and supporting rig facilities during testing phases and troubleshooting activities. A solid understanding of aircraft operational fundamentals is desirable, as the candidate will be required to execute flight test scenarios to validate system performance.

• Lead system-level ARP
  4754A certification activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements throughout the development lifecycle.
• Create, maintain, and manage certification artifacts, including Change Impact Analyses, Certification Plans, Certification Summaries, System Verification Summary Reports, Traceability Documents, TSO compliance matrices, and Open Problem Reports.
• Own and oversee the submission of Job Aids and forms to the certification office, supporting SOI1-SOI4 and TSO activities.
• Prepare comprehensive summaries and reports to substantiate the airworthiness of Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) Systems for Fusion IPS and Next Gen architectures.
• Act as the Certification Focal, collaborating with internal program teams, management, certification offices, OEMs, and regulatory authorities to ensure alignment and success.
• Provide regular updates on program status and certification metrics to key stakeholders.
• Ensure traceability and compliance across all phases of the development lifecycle, adhering to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate effectively with engineers across multiple organizations, fostering a positive and productive team environment.

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