Senior Principal Hardware Task Lead - Air Traffic Systems; Hybrid

Date Posted:  Country:
United States of America

Location:

US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA3 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 3

Position Role Type:
Hybrid 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:
None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:
Not Required

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, a leader in the aerospace and defense industry, is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Hardware Lead to join our Air Traffic Systems (ATS) team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the design, development, and implementation of next generation Air Traffic Control (ATC) and Weather Data Reporting systems, as well as support to existing fielded systems.

This is a senior-level position that requires a deep understanding of hardware engineering principles, as well as extensive experience working with commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) and custom hardware designs to achieve system requirements.

• Lead the hardware design and development efforts for COTS-based ATC programs, ensuring the highest levels of performance, reliability, and security
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Software, Systems, Supply chain, and Quality to deliver integrated solutions that meet customer requirements
• Oversee the entire hardware development lifecycle, from concept through production and deployment, ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgets
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence
• Oversee rigorous testing and validation of hardware components to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications
• Interface with Program Management, hardware engineers, and stakeholders to gather requirements, provide technical updates, and ensure satisfaction with delivered products
• Contribute performance inputs to hardware activities such as monthly variance reviews, quarterly Estimate at Complete (EAC) reviews, etc.
• Serve as a hardware lead for proposal estimation and writing, including Basis of Estimates (BOEs)

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
• Proven track record of leading hardware development projects from concept to production while managing budgets and driving schedule
• Strong understanding of COTS hardware infrastructure design, including selection and testing of processors and networking equipment
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly and concisely
• Significant experience with the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles and practices on externally reported programs including:
  Estimates at Complete (EACs) and Latest Revised Estimates (LRE), cost and schedule variance narratives, baseline change requests, etc.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under these programs/contracts

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex hardware issues
• Earned Value Management System (EVMS) Certification
• Experience developing a complete COTS-based hardware design and then verifying the design via integration with test plans and formal testing activities
• Knowledge of environmental testing and qualification processes
• Previous experience working in a defense or aerospace company
• Experience with proposal estimation and Basis of Estimate (BOE) writing
• Experience documenting and…