RTX · 5 hours ago
Principal Systems Engineer - A2G (Onsite)
RTX is looking for a Principal Systems Engineer to join their Computing Solutions Department in Cedar Rapids, IA. The role involves leading the development of system test strategies and managing certification activities for next-generation avionic products, ensuring they meet the highest standards of safety and effectiveness.
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Responsibilities
You will lead the development of a system test strategy and manage certification activities, ensuring our technologies meet the highest standards of safety and effectiveness
You will plan and oversee system certification events, from initial design reviews to final compliance checks
You will drive the product architecture discussions, focusing on designing systems that are not just effective but also certifiable
You will maintain oversight into testing equipment and resources, ensuring everything is in place for successful project execution
You will be the go-to person for all certification-related queries, providing expert guidance and support to your team and stakeholders
Develop requirements for a highly integrated DAL A computing system in accordance with industry guidance (ARP4754B) and program plans
Drive the product architecture discussions, focusing on designing systems that are not just effective but also certifiable. This requires close collaboration with Hardware, Software, Safety, and Security teams
10% travel as needed
Qualification
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
Experience with safety critical system, hardware, or software development (e.g. DO-178C, DO-254, or ARP4754A/B)
Experience authoring and validating requirements
Preferred
Experience with the avionics equipment certification process
Experience working with stakeholders to generate concepts of operations and use cases
Experience authoring in-depth technical documents
Experience working with and testing embedded hardware and software
Experience developing automated tests utilizing scripting
Excellent communication skills for both internal and external customers
Adaptable to change, determined to accomplish tasks based on program schedule, collaborating with teammates to make the best decisions, enjoy learning new technologies, be self-motivated and contribute to a positive work environment
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
And more!
Company
RTX
RTX is comprised of three market-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – working as one to answer the biggest questions and solve the hardest problems in aerospace and defense.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.2MKey Investors
LIFT Ecosystem Accelerator
2024-02-22Grant· $0.2M
2019-06-09Acquired
2010-01-14Grant· $3M
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