Senior Principal Systems Engineering - Certification Focal; Onsite

Senior Principal Systems Engineering - Certification Focal (Onsite)

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Date Posted:

Country:
United States of America

Location:

HTX
38: 1717 E Cityline Drive, Building C17, Richardson, TX, 75082

Position Role Type:
Onsite

U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret security clearance required.

Embark on a journey where your expertise in systems engineering will help shape the future of aerospace technology. At Collins Aerospace, we design the backbone of mission systems and safeguard the lives of those who protect us. As a Strategic Solutions Airworthiness focal, you will immerse yourself in Strategic Nuclear Deterrence, bringing your acumen to innovation and ensuring the security of critical national defense systems.

• Develop and document system airworthiness and certification plans for FAA and Military integrated certification process for large complex systems.
• Support customer FAA and Military airworthiness and certification plans and meetings.
• Prepare and provide requirements for airworthiness and certification/qualifications for sub‑tier subcontractors and internal suppliers. Support/assist in preparation of Systems and Product specifications and Statements of Work.
• Interface with supply chain, engineering IPTs and suppliers to obtain requisite documentation and artifacts to certify procured elements.
• Prepare SDRL and input data in conjunction with IPTs to provide artifacts to Prime and USG.
• Coordinate across engineering teams and business functions in the certification of large complex systems.
• Apply SysML concepts for Model‑Based Systems Engineering across a full engineering lifecycle.
• Provide inputs to Plan project‑level work plans and meet schedule, cost, and performance goals.
• Manage program technical risks by evaluating requirements and design aspects.
• Interact with a cross‑functional team of Engineers, Engineering leaders, Program Managers, Business Developers, Finance, Quality, and Production.
• Understand and support the manufacturing build, test, quality, and customer acceptance review processes.
• Serve as a liaison between functional discipline groups and internal and external customers.
• Travel occasionally to support program requirements.
• Requires on‑site presence in a classified lab space.

• Collins Aerospace solutions developed for military platforms.
• Become a champion within our CORE Operating Systems.

• Typically requires a STEM degree and a minimum of 10 years prior relevant experience or an advanced degree and a minimum of 7 years of experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Proven experience executing engineering development with regulatory and certification requirements such as TSO, DO‑160, DO‑254, DO‑178C, ARP‑4754 or Military Airworthiness requirements and processes in accordance with MIL‑HDBK‑516 and MIL‑STD‑882. Proven experience leading and mentoring a team of Systems Engineers.
• Effective communication skills with all levels of management, program team members, and external stakeholders.

• Proven experience integrating communication/RF, network, or mission systems.
• Experience and exposure to related disciplines such as subcontract management technical support, integration, verification and validation (IV&V), human factors, system safety, reliability & maintainability, and cybersecurity. Project Management, Control Account Management (CAM), and earned value experience.
• Working knowledge of bidding and project/task estimation tools (e.g., SEER).
• Experience with peer review, configuration, and change management processes.
• Participation in root cause analysis and corrective actions.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student loan repayment program
• Life…