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Collins Aerospace · 2 days ago

Senior Principal Systems Engineer (ONSITE)

Seminole, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$124K/yr - $250K/yr

7+ years exp

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. They are seeking a Senior Principal Systems Engineer to support programs for the US military, focusing on developing architecture, guiding system development, and ensuring delivery of world-class solutions.

AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Organize and lead the development of full lifecycle solutions from CONOPS to Validation while collaborating with the customer, subcontractors, and executive leadership

Guide the development of new technologies to support business capture

Identify technology gaps in existing systems and solutions

Own the preparation, cost, and schedule of Design Reviews as well as Development, Integration, Dry Run, and Formal Qualification Testing

Influence decision-makers with recommended courses of action across complex problems

Review and document major changes in systems or processes to solve complex problems

Qualification

Systems EngineeringTest EngineeringSoftware EngineeringElectrical EngineeringSecure Voice CommunicationMechanical EngineeringEmbedded SystemsVoice Communication SystemsNetworking PrinciplesFirmware DevelopmentSystem Design ToolsLeadershipCollaborationProblem Solving

Required

Experience leading multidisciplinary teams of design professionals including Electrical, Mechanical, Software, Test, Logistics and other System Engineers

Experience in at least three of the following areas: Systems Engineering, Test Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering

Experience across the Systems Engineering V with an emphasis on development, integration, and test

Expertise in Secure Voice and VTC Communication Systems

Typically 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

Active and transferable SECRET clearance is required prior to start date

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Preferred

Familiarity with embedded systems, microcontrollers, and communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART)

Experience with voice communication systems, including VoIP (Voice over IP) protocols like SIP, RTP and SRTP

Familiarity with multicast networking (e.g., IGMP, PIM) for efficient data transmission in communication systems

Strong understanding of networking principles, including TCP/IP, UDP, and network troubleshooting tools (e.g., Wireshark)

Basic understanding of firmware development (VHDL) and/or software development (C/C++, Python)

Knowledge of military specifications (e.g., MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461) for designing rugged and reliable systems

Proficiency in system design tools (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink, or equivalent)

Experience leading discussions with customers and vendors/subcontractors

A current active Top-Secret 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

This position is eligible for relocation assistance