Date Posted:2026-01-28
Country:United States of America
Location:US-NC-WINSTON SALEM-150 ~ 150 Oak Plaza Blvd ~ BLDG 150
Position Role Type:Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company's immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.
Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status: Not Required
Position Summary: We are hiring a Senior Principal Engineer (Systems Discipline Chief). The selected candidate must be able to:
The Systems Discipline Chief will be responsible for development and implementation of a Systems Engineering ecosystem for Commercial Seating and Furniture. The role will include oversight in designing, developing, training and maintaining Commercial Seating and Furniture systems engineering tools, workflows; ensuring their performance and functionality throughout their lifecycle. This position requires a deep understanding of Systems Engineering principles, systems integration, and proven expertise in usage of Systems Engineering tools. The Systems Discipline Chief will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure processes and tools are in place to support CS&F full lifecycle systems engineering application.
What you will do:- Collaborate with key Seating stakeholders to define system requirements and specifications, including Customer and OEM requirements and specifications.
- Design, integrate, and test complex systems, ensuring alignment with functional and performance requirements for Seating Programs.
- Conduct system analysis to identify issues, troubleshoot, and develop solutions.
- Support system deployment, operation, and maintenance, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning.
- Develop and implement system architecture, including new tools and processes.
- Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with safety and security standards.
- Provide ongoing support for system upgrades and performance improvements.
- Create detailed documentation, including system configurations, tests, and user manuals for Commercial Seating.
- Maintain an up-to-date understanding of emerging technologies and industry trends for Seating.
System Design & Architecture:- Design and define the architecture for systems included in Seating Programs.
- Develop requirements, specifications, and interfaces for system components within Commercial Seating Programs.
- Evaluate system performance, identify potential risks, and ensure compliance with agreed standards.
- Requirements Analysis & Management:
- Analyze customer needs (OEM's and Customer) and translate them into system specifications.
- Ensure that requirements are traceable throughout the design and testing phases.
- Collaborate with various Engineering teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure alignment with system goals.
- System Integration & Testing:
- Lead integration activities across subsystems and components within Seating Programs.
- Conduct verification and validation of key System requirements in Seating to ensure performance standards are met.
- Develop test plans and procedures, and troubleshoot issues during integration and testing phases.
- Risk Management & Problem Solving:
- Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with the development and deployment of system thinking within Commercial Seating Programs.
- Implement corrective actions for system-level failures and anomalies for Seating Programs.
- Provide technical support and guidance to resolve system-related issues.
- Collaboration & Communication:
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including design, software, Product Support and Quality assurance looking.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship for engineers and other team members as Systems Engineering matures within Seating.
- Communicate progress, risks, and challenges effectively to key stakeholders within the Business.
- Documentation & Reporting:
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for system designs, requirements, tests, and integration processes within Commercial Seating.
- Prepare reports and presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Qualifications you must have:- Typically requires Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field and 10 years of relevant experience. or Master's degree and 8 years of relevant experience.
Qualifications we prefer:- Knowledge of software tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, DOORS, or other systems engineering tools.
- Experience with Agile methodologies and project management.
- Strong knowledge of aerospace systems, including structural, and software subsystems.
- Proficient in using systems engineering tools, modeling, and simulation techniques.
- Familiarity with industry standards for Systems.
- Experience with system integration, verification, and testing processes.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience: 3+ years of experience in Aerospace systems Engineering or a related field.
The candidate for this position will work on-site based in Winston Salem, NC. The successful candidate will also be required to do some travel, as required, to support the Aircraft Seating segment of Collins Aerospace.
This role is eligible for relocation.
What We Offer: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 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
- And more!
At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don't just get people from point A to point B. We're committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we're helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we're changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?
*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.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 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 Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
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