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A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62\n\nSecurity Clearance Type:\nNone/Not Required\n\nSecurity Clearance Status:\nNot RequiredAt RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.\nCollins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.\nWe are seeking a Senior Principal Project Engineer for our Avionics Software Tools team based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The Avionics Software Tools team is an Avionics software tools focused team, with responsibilities for Avionics Function tools, delivering tools that configure Avionics products and Integrated Modular Architecture systems tools that enable systems engineers to design and deploy aircraft systems I/O for aircraft platforms. This engineer will work in a team of software and systems engineers driving solutions for DO-330 qualified tools, simulation and infrastructure tools for multiple avionics teams. The team supports Collins Avionics Commercial and Military platforms. Our team builds cloud and desktop environments for use in dev ops pipelines, desktop deployments and external customers that enable configuration of Avionics products used on aircraft.\nThis role is for a strong technical leader that acts as a Product Chief for our team and will be expected to develop knowledge in multiple avionics software domains and lead technical approaches, trade studies, demonstrate project reporting skills, and represent our team in formal bids, product management reviews, and work closely with engineering management to drive projects to completion. An ideal candidate will have systems experience or training in addition to a software engineering background.\nThis is an onsite role in our facilities located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and due to the global nature of our business and customers, applicants to this position will be expected to collaborate with teams located in multiple geographical locations beyond North America.\nWhat You Will Do:\nLead design activities, bidding and execution coordination of Avionics tools in support of avionics software development and system testing\nReport on program status (schedule, budget, staffing, issues, and accomplishments) to management\nInteract and collaborate with engineering teams across Avionics and provide engineering project support to external customers when required.\nLead design and requirements for current and next generation Avionics tools\nProvide technical leadership to the team, driving the roadmap for the group towards achieving organizational Avionics development and tool qualification needs\nWork with aircraft systems engineers and airborne software application teams to design and deliver solutions that integrate Avionics software for prototyping, implementation and testing of avionics products.\nCollaborate using project management tools and processes defined by the organization.\n Qualifications You Must Have:\nTypically 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\nProject engineering experience leading medium or large sized teams\nExperience in software engineering and how it applies to system architecture development\nExperience with proposal preparation and formal bidding processes\nQualifications We Prefer:\nExperience with DO-330 qualified tools used in certification of Avionics software\nExperience in both software and systems engineering\nAdvanced knowledge of related disciplines within work area and ability to identify links and potential impact on projects, programs or systems.\nExperience with engineering processes and procedures, including writing requirements, design and implementation, functional and integration testing\nFamiliarity with export of technical data and commodities\nAerospace industry experience\nWhat We Offer:\nBenefits\nSome of our competitive benefits package includes:\nMedical, dental, and vision insurance \nThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employees \nGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option \nTuition reimbursement program \nStudent Loan Repayment Program \nLife insurance and disability coverage \nOptional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection \nBirth, adoption, parental leave benefits \nCarrot Health to hormonal health, fertility, and family building\nAdoption Assistance \nAutism Benefit \nEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions \nHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program \nDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits \nBright Horizons, child and elder care services \nTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program \nAnd more! \nThis role is eligible for relocation\nLearn More & Apply Now!\nAvionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.\nPlease ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.\nOnsite: 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.\nRegardless 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.\nAt 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.\nAs part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.\nThe salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 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. 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