Principal Systems Engineer; Onsite

Position: Principal Systems Engineer (Onsite)
** Date Posted:
**** Country:
** United States of America
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* Location:

** HTX
36:
Richardson, TX 3200 E Renner Rd , Richardson, TX,  USA
** Position Role Type:
** Onsite
* * U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
** Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
** Security Clearance:
** Secret - Current
** Shape the Future with Collins Aerospace
** At Collins Aerospace, we don’t just build systems; we build the future. As a
** Principal Systems Engineer**, you’ll support programs involved in modernizing the U.S. Air Force Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) capabilities. Based in
** Richardson, TX
** or
** Cedar Rapids, IA**, you’ll be immersed in innovation while receiving world-class training to become a subject matter expert (SME) in the systems engineering lifecycle. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on innovation, and aspire to grow, this role is your next step.
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* What YOU will do:

*** Tracking, reporting, and managing program scope, cost, and schedule execution
* Apply Earned Value Management principles to provide accurate Estimate to Complete (ETC) updates
* Provide monthly variance analyses for associated Control Accounts
* Identify and manage Risks and Opportunities for assigned subsystems
* Collaborate to capture, analyze, decompose, and trace system requirements
* Leverage JIRA to decompose epics and features into user stories with clear acceptance criteria
* Plan and execute project-level work to meet schedules, costs, and performance goals.
* Manage technical risks by evaluating design aspects and requirements
* Represent the Systems Engineering team in customer and internal meetings
* Bridge the gap between functional discipline groups and internal/external stakeholders
* Engage in classified lab environments to apply your expertise hands-on (On-site presence required.)
* Travel occasionally to support program requirements
** Qualifications YOU must have:
*** Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
* Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain Top Secret prior to start date.
* Two (2) Years of experience capturing customer requirements, operations concept development, deriving and tracing system and sub-system requirements
* Two (2) years of experience Proven track record as a Control Account Manager (CAM)
* Four (4) years of Systems Engineering Development Life-Cycle experience
** Qualifications we prefer:
*** Experience with MBSE tools like Magic Draw CAMEO, Rhapsody, or Enterprise Architect
* Experience with requirements tool such as DOORS
* Expertise in building complex SysML models, including developing activity, state, block diagrams, use cases, etc
* Proficiency in Excel Macros and Visual Basic
* Agile experience as a Scrum Master, Product Owner, or other Agile leadership roles
* Knowledge of Project Management, Control Account Management (CAM), and earned value
* Familiarity with bidding and project/task estimation tools (e.g., SEER products)
* Competence in peer review processes, configuration, and change management
* Understanding of military concepts of operations or radio performance standards
* Leadership and mentoring experience systems engineering teams
* Effective communication skills with all levels of management, program team members, and external stakeholders.
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* What We Offer:

*** 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, …