Senior Systems Engineer, KC-135 Test Director (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2024-02-22 Country: United States of America Location: HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA Position Role Type: Onsite The KC-135 Stratotanker provides the core aerial refueling capability for the United States Air Force and has excelled in this role for more than 60 years.
This unique asset enhances the Air Force's capability to accomplish its primary mission of global reach.
It also provides aerial refueling support to Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, and allied nation aircraft.
The KC-135 is the backbone of the USAF refueling fleet and is scheduled to remain so for decades to come.
This position is for an on-site Senior Systems Engineer for the KC-135 Team within the Military Avionics & Helicopters department at Collins Aerospace.
The position is required to be onsite in Cedar Rapids, IA.
The position is a Systems Engineer & Test Director leading and enabling System Integration Lab (SIL) testing for multiple domains, as well as planning and executing aircraft ground and flight tests on United States Air Force KC-135 programs.
Typical responsibilities include: Systems engineering application across multiple developmental projects, from capturing system requirements through validation & verification.
Synthesizing design, architectural, and testing information to author multiple test deliverables, to include the Integrated Test Management Plan (ITMP), the Aircraft Test Plan (ATP), test point matrices, aircraft test cards, test procedures, and complex test reports.
Ensuring that all test activities are completed per the Integrated Test Management Plan (ITMP), the Aircraft Test Plan (ATP), the Collins Aerospace Technical Consistent Process (TCP), and other reference documents.
Working with Collins software and hardware teams, technical program managers, and systems leads to develop and execute detailed test plans and schedules.
Serving as the primary Collins test representative to the government Integrated Test Team (ITT).
Supervising and managing the KC-135 SILs and test stands.
Performing SIL electrical and architectural troubleshooting, repairs, and configuration in conjunction with other Collins specialties.
Traveling to various Air Force bases to lead and conduct aircraft ground and flight test activities.
Performing as the bid lead of testing efforts for proposals.
Working with the end user customer in a professional and collaborative manner.
Advocating for the Collins position with government test stakeholders.
Qualifications/Experience Needed: Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience Will be required to travel approximately 25% of the time, primarily domestically with some international travel.
On an intermittent basis, travel requirements may be higher.
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.
S.
government issued security clearance is required.
U.
S.
citizenship is required, as only U.
S.
citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Adaptable and emotionally flexible to changes in assignments, responsibilities, and resources.
Highly self-motivated and contributing to a positive work environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, to include experience and ability to effectively use Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, and Excel to author complex deliverable products.
Dedicated to team success over individual success.
Works successfully in team-centric environments.
Physically capable of participating in ground and flight test.
An FAA Class II medical may be required, as well the ability to complete physiological training.
Advanced understanding of cockpit instrumentation and procedures.
Intimate knowledge of systems engineering processes and tools, and the ability to manage projects.
Willing to work beyond 40 hours per week as requested as a full-time salaried employee.
Preferred Qualifications: Aircraft systems or test experience with military aircraft (KC-135 desirable).
Aircraft flight test or engineering experience with military air refueling, tanker and/or receiver.
Knowledge and experience working with avionics military and civil regulatory and certification requirements.
Experience with Agile development method.
Experience with Digital Engineering tools and methods.
Knowledge in the areas of earned value and risk management.
Experience and ability to effectively use DOORS/JAMA/JIRA and ALM tool suite.
Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry.
Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
Our Avionics team advances flight deck solutions, airborne communications, vision systems, sensors and fire protection for commercial and military customers around the world.
That means we’re helping people reach their destination safely and keeping pilots, passengers, flight crews, airlines, airports and military personnel connected and informed.
And we’re providing industry-leading fire protection and safety systems that our customers can count on when it matters most.
Are you ready to learn from the most knowledgeable experts in the industry, develop the technologies of tomorrow and reach new heights in your career? Join our Avionics team today.
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Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying.
Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems, or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers.
We hire the top people in the industry.
Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy.
Join us as we take flight! #reempowerprogram This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program.
The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey.
Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience.
Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.
Minimum Program Qualifications To qualify for the Raytheon Technologies, Re-Empower Program, candidates should: · Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application · Have prior experience in functional area of interest · Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position Collins Aerospace Diversity & Inclusion Statement: Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success.
We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers.
We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.
WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.
* Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite.
This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
This position is based in Cedar Rapids, IA.
Relocation assistance may be available.
Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.
Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 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! Nothing matters more to Collins Aerospace than our strong ethical and safety commitments.
As such, all U.
S.
positions require a background check, which may include a drug screen.
Note: Background check and drug screen required (every external new hire in the U.
S.
) Drug Screen only performed on re-hires who have been gone for more than 1 year At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility.
And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other - propel us all higher, again and again.
Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.
The salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 USD.
The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.
RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.
This role is a U.
S.
-based role.
If the successful candidate resides in a U.
S.
territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted.
However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.
RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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