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Collins Aerospace · 10 hours ago

Principal Systems Engineer (Onsite)

Richardson, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$101K/yr - $203K/yr

5+ years exp

Collins Aerospace is a leader in aerospace and defense technologies, and they are seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to support programs modernizing the U.S. Air Force Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications capabilities. The role involves collaborating on system requirements, designing complex systems, and leveraging advanced engineering practices.

AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Collaborate to capture, analyze, decompose, and trace system requirements

Design, develop, and model complex systems and sub-systems

Create and verify system and sub-system test procedures

Build advanced SysML models for activities, states, block diagrams, and use cases

Leverage JIRA to decompose epics and features into user stories with clear acceptance criteria

Plan and execute project-level work to meet schedules, costs, and performance goals

Manage technical risks by evaluating design aspects and requirements

Represent the Systems Engineering team in customer and internal meetings

Bridge the gap between functional discipline groups and internal/external stakeholders

Engage in classified lab environments to apply your expertise hands-on. (On-site presence required.)

Travel occasionally to support program requirements

Qualification

Model-Based Systems EngineeringSysML modelingSecurity clearanceAgile experienceLeadership experienceEffective communicationProject ManagementRoot cause analysisConfiguration managementChange management

Required

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 Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain Top Secret after start

Leadership and mentoring experience systems engineering teams

Effective communication skills with all levels of management, program team members, and external stakeholders

Proven track record in capturing customer requirements, operations concept development, deriving and tracing system and sub-system requirements

Experience with Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools

Preferred

Proficiency with MBSE tools like MagicDraw CAMEO, Rhapsody, or Enterprise Architect

Expertise in building complex SysML models, including developing activity, state, block diagrams, use cases, etc

Agile experience as a Scrum Master, Product Owner, or other Agile leadership roles

Knowledge of Project Management, Control Account Management (CAM), and earned value

Familiarity with bidding and project/task estimation tools (e.g., SEER products)

Competence in peer review processes, configuration, and change management

Experience conducting root cause analysis and corrective actions

Understanding of military concepts of operations or radio performance standards

Benefits

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, ID theft protection

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning

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

Eligible for relocation