Date Posted:

　　2024-01-10

　　Country:

　　United States of America

　　Location:

　　HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

　　Position Role Type:

　　Unspecified

　　This position is responsible for managing the development, program execution, and sustaining engineering of the Datalink Solutions Team under the Collins Aerospace, Mission Systems, Data l ink Solutions organization.

　　Primary Responsibilities:

　　Planning, organizing, resource allocation, personnel development, performance engagement discussions, salary planning, and overall group management of Datalink Solutions System Engineering group.

　　The position requires project execution direction to the engineering team.

　　Demonstrate sound decision making skills, communication skills, networking skills, and accurately forecast project work demand and costs. 

　　Understanding of systems engineering techniques, communication product development, and the associated processes, as well as project management skills including SPI and CPI analysis.

　　Work directly with and/or manage daily activities of systems engineers, project engineering, program management, and supporting organizations to see datalinks related applications through to completion. 

　　Lead the team using strong interaction, interpersonal, mentoring and negotiating skills, and will be responsible for managing project risks/issues, elevating to upper management when appropriate .

　　Responsible for adhering to, and supporting Collins Aerospace process methodologies while developing and managing commitments to meeting project cost, schedule and quality requirements.

　　System and subsystem requirements analysis, definition, and validation; systems and subsystems integration and requirements verification testing; effective technical collaboration among systems, hardware and software design functions; assist in resolving technical problems that cross functional domain areas of hardware and software; and developing systems related documentation.

　　Ability to perform in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with short schedules to ensure customer expectations are met.

　　Basic Qualifications:

　　Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of prior relevant experience OR

　　Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years’ experience OR

　　In absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience is required

　　Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Bachelor’s degree (typically in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws / regulations.

　　Must be a U.S. Citizen

　　Must have or be capable of obtaining a U.S. DOD Secret Clearance. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements.

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Prior knowledge or e xperience with Link 16 and t actical d atalink technologies and development programs is desirable.

　　Familiar with Software Defined Radios (SDRs), Open Architecture methodologies, software systems, and communications network architectures.

　　Five to eight years of system engineering experience combined with relevant development and/or leadership experience building SDRs to include the hardware and software qualification of them. 

　　Extensive experience in all development phases from concept, Preliminary Design (PDR), Critical design (CDR), verification and validation testing, and product deliveries are desired.

　　Understanding and experience in Agile and Scaled Agile Frameworks is a plus.

　　Working knowledge of hardware, software, firmware, and mechanical development processes. 

　　Familiarity with SEER-H estimation modeling tools, experience with bid narrative write-ups, Earned Value reporting, experience in Factory Transition, and test methodologies for Software Defined Radios are advantageous considerations for the position.

　　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.

　　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

　　Life insurance and disability coverage

　　Optional coverages you can buy: Pet Insurance, Home and Auto, additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal

　　Ovia Health, fertility and family planning

　　Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 5 free counseling sessions

　　Redbrick - Incentives for a Healthy You

　　Autism Benefit

　　Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits

　　Adoption Assistance

　　Best Doctors, 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.

　　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 118,000 USD - 246,000 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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