Senior Principal CEC SAFe Solution Train Engineer; Onsite

Job Title

Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Solution Train Engineer (STE)

St. Petersburg, FL, United States of America

Onsite

Active U.S. Secret security clearance required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

132, USD

• Oversee and coordinate the execution of multiple Agile Release Trains (ARTs) within the CEC DA/ES program, facilitating alignment between teams, stakeholders, and program objectives.
• Drive synchronization across ARTs and ensure program increments (PIs) stay on track.
• Manage the planning and execution of Program Increment (PI) events, including PI Planning, System Demos, Sprint Reviews, and Inspect and Adapt (I&A) workshops.
• Identify, manage, and resolve cross-team risks, dependencies, and impediments to ensure seamless program execution.
• Collaborate with Product Release Managers, Release Train Engineers, System Architects, and Product Owners to ensure the program backlog is well‑defined, prioritized, and aligned with customer needs.
• Facilitate effective communication between the Solution Train, ARTs, and external stakeholders, promoting transparency and alignment.
• Drive continuous improvement by implementing SAFe best practices, fostering a culture of Lean‑Agile principles, and mentoring teams on Agile methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with RTX processes and standards, while delivering high‑quality solutions in a timely and cost‑effective manner.

Must Have

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in large‑scale program management or leadership roles, including 3+ years in a SAFe environment.
• SAFe Solution Train Engineer certification or equivalent experience.
• Deep understanding of SAFe principles, roles, and responsibilities, as well as Agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban.
• Experience with Agile tools such as Jira, Rally, or equivalent platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex programs with multiple dependencies, teams, and stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, facilitation, and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus among diverse teams.
• Typical requirement of a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) with at least 10 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field with at least 7 years of experience.
• Active and transferable U.S. Secret security clearance required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Preferred

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or related industries.
• Deep knowledge of systems engineering, software development, and large‑scale solution integration.
• Familiarity with Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC) or similar systems.
• Prior experience working with geographically distributed teams.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
  
  Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages: 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 support.
• Adoption assistance and autism benefit.
• Employee assistance program with up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Wellness incentives, wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand virtual visits.
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
• Teladoc medical experts second opinion program.
• Relocation assistance may be provided.

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.