Collins Aerospace · 13 hours ago
Systems Engineer II - Flight Test Engineer (Onsite)
El Segundo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$76K/yr - $144K/yr
2+ years expCollins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. They are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer II - Flight Test Engineer to work on cutting-edge technology, contributing to programs that save lives and enable freedoms through testing mission autonomy software and integrating simulation equipment.
National DefenseAerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Participate in collaborative, cross-discipline integrated product teams composed of systems, software, test, and mission engineering
Testing mission autonomy software and integrating simulation equipment into the Software-in-the-Loop (SWIL) and/ Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) setups
Debugging mission autonomy software as part of the integration team
Integrating, testing, verifying, and validating the system and various subsystems
Travel to customer test events to support operations
Assist with equipment setup at test sites and during customer test events
Assist Flight Test Engineers on a variety of operational tasks such as flight execution, material prep, or supporting test profiles by participating in our demonstrations
Support preflight system performance assessment and post flight verification analyses
Be able to travel occasionally to support working groups, integration and test, and/or customer events (up to 40% travel)
Previously demonstrated completion of assigned tasks on time and on budget and completed work products are of high quality
Ability to work well with other team members, teammates, and disciplines
Qualification
Required
Experience integrating HW and SW; OR experience with SWIL /and HWIL
Typically requires 2+ years of work-related experience with Systems/Software Engineering, to include, but not limited to:
Demonstrated experience supporting integration and tests (I&T) activities of complex systems, including distributed software systems
Experience in technical writing (e.g., System Engineering Management Plans, Technical reports, Engineering notebooks, Test Plans/Reports, etc.)
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Preferred
Knowledge of Linux, real-time operating systems (RTOS), OR avionics communication protocols (e.g., MIL-STD-1553, STANAG-4586)
Familiarity with software development methodologies such as: Agile development/lifecycle, Test Driven Development
Flight software integration and verification experience
Using lab equipment to troubleshoot hardware and software failures in support of SWIL/HWIL integration and testing
Experience supporting system integrators with tasks such as cabling prep, assembly installation, component configuration, and system validation
Demonstrated work is performed without appreciable direction
Ability to work on site regularly (60% +)
Master of Science degree (M.S.) in Engineering from an ABET approved college or university
Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret security clearance
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
Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace is an RTX business.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-07-21Acquired
Leadership Team
Brad Haselhorst
Vice President and General Manager, Interior Products
Greg Gernhardt
VP Boeing Programs
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