Principal Systems Engineer - Airborne Platforms; Onsite
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Date Posted:
Country: United States of America
Location: US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-382 420 Jan Davis Dr DAVIS 382
Position Role Type: Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance:
Confidential
Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1
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.
Collins Aerospace is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Systems Engineering position to support airborne platforms across multiple programs. The applicant will be part of a team that supports the Domestic and International versions of the UH/HH-60 Black Hawk cockpit. Successful programs depend on teamwork grounded in internal communication as well as direct interaction with the end customer including presentations, technical exchanges, and on-site support.
WhatYou Will Do
- Verification of software requirements by creating and running functional tests in a laboratory test environment utilizing a combination of simulations and interfacing subsystems.
- Assisting in other elements of the system engineering process including requirements analysis and capture, system/sub-system design, software requirements definition, integration, and formal test for requirement verification.
- Will perform these assignments in conjunction with other system and software engineers using Collins Aerospace engineering processes.
- 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
- Effectively communicate in a professional manner
- Must also be willing and able to travel (domestic and international)
- Excel working in a team environment, establishing collaborative relationships with co-workers
- Consistently produce superior results, keeping projects on schedule and contributing to a positive work environment
- Experience with SVN, DOORS, Python, and/or Atlassian tools
- Knowledge of CMMI or DO-178 derived processes
- Knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering practices
- Experience executing formal and functional testing
- Knowledge in the following technical areas: flight displays, communication and navigation radio controls, flight management systems, weapons and mission equipment, human factors/human-machine interface
- Knowledge in the following digital data protocols:
Ethernet (IEEE 802.3), TCP/IP, MIL-STD-1553B, ARINC-429
- 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, protection
- Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
- Carrot Health to hormonal health, fertility, and family building
- 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!
Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
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