Principal Systems Engineer; Onsite

Location:

US-CO-COLORADO SPRINGS-9970-CUST ~ 9970 Federal Dr ~ FEDERAL (External Site)

Position Role Type:
Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Security Clearance Type:
Secret - Current Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1.

Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace At RTX, the world's 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. We are seeking highly skilled and experienced Verification Test Lead/Principal Systems Engineer with an active secret clearance to play a pivotal role in the development, testing, and deployment of our advanced systems.

This position will focus on driving test and verification efforts across projects, ensuring alignment with program processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality capabilities. The role requires daily technical and programmatic interaction with civilian, military, and contractor leadership, as well as technical teams, to achieve mission success.

• Lead test activities across the program, including defining and executing a cohesive test strategy for C2
  
  BMC (Command & Control, Battle Management, and Communications) Task Orders and Capabilities.
• Provide technical support for Agile Product Teams and Integration & Test (I&T) activities.
• Define and implement overarching test strategies for capabilities across the program.
• Present verification plans and status updates at program milestone reviews and to leadership teams.
• Represent the C2
  
  BMC National Team in Test Working Groups to define testing strategies for program capabilities.
• Coordinate lab test and installation activities with internal teams and external partners, including Ballistic Missile Defense Support Systems (BMDSS), Test Bed Contractors, Test Bed Lab Managers, and MDA BCX.
• Review and provide technical feedback on detailed test and analysis procedures.
• Identify and mitigate risks and provide regular status updates on identified risks.

• Gain a deep understanding of the C2
  
  BMC system architecture, capabilities, and integration.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide innovative solutions for challenging technical problems.
• Enhance your expertise in Agile Test-Driven Development and advanced testing methodologies.

• IAT2 (Security+ or equivalent) required
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in a related discipline, focusing on verification and testing.
• Proficiency with computers, including Windows and MS Office or Linux operating systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of hardware and software verification and validation processes, test reporting, regression testing, and test data analysis.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects across multiple teams.
• Skilled in technical troubleshooting and analysis of test-bed configurations for hardware, software, stimulus, and information assurance issues or functionality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize inputs from multiple personnel into technical reports and present information in public forums.
• 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. government-issued Secret clearance is required prior to the start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

• Prior experience with C2
  
  BMC systems.
• Experience in Agile Test-Driven Development methodologies.
• Familiarity with the integration and testing of Command & Control systems, particularly within the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) environment and external C2
  
  BMC element interfaces.

• 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…