Principal Systems Engineer

3 weeks ago


Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States RTX Full time
Lead the Design and Development of Secure Communications Systems

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Systems Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced embedded cryptographic solutions for secure military communications. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for championing systems development, architecting cutting-edge embedded solutions, and mentoring and inspiring a high-performing engineering culture.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Champion systems development, leading collaborative efforts with cross-functional teams to define comprehensive requirements, oversee software implementation, and drive test case development, verification test execution, and certification processes.
  • Architect cutting-edge embedded solutions, spearheading the design and development of advanced embedded cryptographic solutions and communications products, ensuring they align with long-term strategic goals and industry standards.
  • Mentor and inspire a high-performing engineering culture, cultivating a culture of technical excellence and promoting best practices for process improvement.
  • Elevate security and reliability, taking a proactive role in shaping products that significantly enhance the security and reliability of critical communications systems, influencing best practices and guiding the direction of future innovations.

Requirements:

  • Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience.
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
  • U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
  • Experience with standard full lifecycle software development practices and configuration management tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience leading teams and managing projects through the full software lifecycle.
  • Comfortable working with embedded Linux devices and development environment.
  • Exposure to crypto algorithms and their implementation.
  • Ability to mentor engineers on systems engineering development skills and practices.
  • Strong desire to collaborate in a team environment, with experience in Agile methodologies.
  • Proven track record of meeting project milestones and driving process efficiency improvements.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages like Python and experience with IP networking and networking protocols.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary range: $96,000 - $200,000.
  • 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.


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