Principal Specialist, Systems Engineering (Waterloo)

Unspecified We are currently seeking a Principal Specialist, Systems Engineering for our Waterloo location.

This position is required to work onsite at our facility in Waterloo, Ontario. The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check and obtain/maintain a Government of Canada security clearance and any applicable clearances with respect to the handling and transfer of controlled goods.

Responsibilities

• Manage system requirements and customer interface for developmental systems involving multiple subcontractors.
• Generate and maintain systems engineering documentation of legacy and newly developed products (specifications, Interface Control Documents, test requirements, test plans, ongoing maintenance) in support of projects.
• Perform trade studies and make recommendations with respect to insertion of new technologies to meet required capability advances.
• Plan, execute, and document formal qualification tests while developing customer interfaces.
• Lead job analysis to estimate engineering effort required for specific tasks and projects.
• Ensure that systems engineering tasks are performed in accordance with Collins Aerospace engineering policies and procedures.
• Support manufacturing for transition of products from development to production.
• Support business development regarding new system integration projects, including participation in technical discussions with customers.
• Support existing programs to meet other customer requirements, including leading the conduct of technical investigations, integration development, and program review meetings.
• Lead other engineering staff with system engineering related technical issues.
• Support growth of the division by expanding assigned projects and seizing opportunities for additional work through development initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Engineering in Electrical, Computer, Systems Design, or equivalent.
• 10 years of experience in a systems engineering, integration or development environment.
• Experience with radar systems, Air Traffic Control (ATC) systems, and hardware and software integration programs.
• Experience with Modeling and Simulation applications and architecture is an asset.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to travel globally to visit customer or supplier sites for short periods of time.

Benefits and Compensation

The salary range for this role is 101,500 CAD – 151,500 CAD. 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.

RTX offers a comprehensive perks package that includes medical and dental coverage, disability benefits, a retirement savings program, and tuition assistance through RTX’s Employee Scholar Program.

Eligibility for specific benefits is based on factors such as position level, employment type (e.g., temporary or permanent), and business unit, and will be discussed during the hiring process.

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 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 job posting is not for an existing position vacancy.