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Collins Aerospace · 3 weeks ago

Senior Systems Engineer - Fixed Wing Military FMS Product Owner (Onsite)

Cedar Rapids, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$82K/yr - $164K/yr

3+ years exp

Collins Aerospace is a leading company in the aerospace sector, seeking a skilled professional to join their Flight Management and Controls department as a Product Owner for military Fixed Wing programs. The role involves collaborating with platform teams and customers to outline project requirements, managing a backlog of stories, and leading bidding efforts for program modifications.

AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

You will serve as the primary FM&C liaison to assigned programs, ensuring our flight management systems align perfectly with schedule and requirements

You will lead the creation and maintenance of a comprehensive story backlog that outlines all necessary tasks, making complex projects manageable and transparent

You will collaborate across various department agile teams to delegate tasks and track progress, ensuring all objectives are met on time and within budget

You will oversee all FM&C efforts within assigned Fixed Wing programs

You will drive the department's contributions to bids and proposals, securing our role for years to come

Up to 10% of travel as needed

Qualification

Agile methodologiesEarned Value ManagementProject managementCross-functional team leadershipCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience

Familiarity with agile methodologies and their application in large-scale projects

Familiarity with Earned Value Management

Preferred

Proven experience in project management within the aerospace or defense industry

Demonstrated ability in leading cross-functional teams effectively

Strong foundation in communication skills, and team collaboration

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