Resilient Navigation Sensors And Avionics Program Area Chief EngineerCollins Aerospace, an RTX company, Resilient Navigation Sensors and Avionics (RNSA) team is seeking committed engineering leaders who are passionate about creating innovative and cost-effective GPS and Anti-Jam solutions for the warfighter. The RNSA Program Area within the Mission Systems Resilient Navigation Solutions business supports the development of new capabilities for GPS and Anti-Jam militarized products. We are a growth-oriented organization committed to and passionate about supporting our nation's warfighters. The organization provides the full range of design, analysis, integration, verification, and validation activities in support of GPS navigation programs.The Program Area Chief Engineer (PACE) leads a team of Chief Engineers who undertake project management and professional engineering work in conjunction with other project team members to ensure that products and systems are efficiently developed and perform as intended to meet customer and business requirements. The Program Area Chief Engineer is accountable for the planning and delivery of engineering activities throughout the project life and works with both internal and external stakeholders in a transdisciplinary manner to ensure that the product being developed will meet all customer requirements and be delivered on time and within budget with all elements of the system able to perform together as intended across all programs in the Resilient Navigation Sensors and Avionics business.What You Will DoDirect the work of the Chief Engineers on the team who are allocated to the programs to ensure that their activities are aligned with the needs of the programs and that the required project outcomes are achievedWork with the Value Stream Leader (VSL) to ensure that the scope of the project is agreed and aligned with the contractual commitment and that the technical team delivers against defined project requirementsOversee the high-level execution of day-to-day execution of engineering work packages in accordance with the contract and delivery schedule, working closely with the Value Stream LeaderCoordinate with project Integrated Product Team leaders, POs and CAMs to determine project resource demand and works with the resource managers to ensure adequate resources are available to execute the engineering activitiesManage the customer technical interface, program risks and opportunities for the technical execution of the program working with the Architect, Tech Leads and Design AuthorityMonitor the functional and product baselines and manages changes from the customerFor out of scope requests, supports project manager in identifying cost/schedule impactsFor the technical portion of the project, undertake the project management function and lead the technical development team by coordinating the engineering tasks and activities required, as agreed with the VSLTypical project management tasks will include: project planning and coordination, resource planning and task allocations, schedule development and management, project risk management, project financial management, project issue management, project change management, project monitoring and reporting, and planning and management of project deliverablesUndertake the review and approval of project and technical documentation produced by other projects as authorizedContribute to technical assessments and provide input to business development and project planning activitiesProduce timely project and support deliverables including project and technical documentation of high quality that is clear and concise with content that is sufficient to meet both project and future support needs while complying with both company and customer requirementsFollow company procedures and customer requirements and use a systems engineering approach and techniques to plan and execute engineering activities to meet cost, quality and schedule objectivesCommunicate and collaborate effectively and professionally with systems, hardware and software design functions, other project team members, customers, other internal departments, technical staff located elsewhere in Collins Aerospace, sub-contractors and suppliers with a focus on identifying and mitigating risks and resolving technical problems that cross functional domain areas of hardware and softwareLead and champion the development of new project management and design approaches, techniques and technologies as well as process and quality improvements to support continual improvementQualifications You Must HaveExperience in the management of complex projects and large engineering teamsProject Management and Systems engineering experience in the engineering design and development of systems/products involving the engineering development of both hardware and software components as well as system integrationTypically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experienceActive and transferable Secret U.S.
government issued security clearance is required prior to start dateU.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceQualifications We PreferProject Management and Systems engineering experience in the engineering design and development of systems/products involving GPS and Anti-Jam capabilityFormal training in project managementDemonstrated success developing and delivering complex, high technology products involving software, hardware and integrated systemsDemonstrated experience as a systems engineer throughout the entire systems development process, including requirements capture, design, decomposition, integration, and verification/validation, as well as transition to productionPrior experience with bid and pursuit work in a US government acquisition modelFamiliarity with engineering development in an Agile and DEVSECOPS environmentFormal training in an engineering discipline and configuration managementWhat We OfferMedical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursement programStudent Loan Repayment ProgramLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsOvia Health, fertility, and family planningAdoption AssistanceAutism BenefitEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessionsHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards programDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsBright Horizons, child and elder care servicesTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion programAnd more!Learn More & Apply Now!Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be.
Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you'll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. ONSITE: 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.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.Employee Referral Eligible