Senior Principal Systems Engineer - A2G (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-05-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

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

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

The Computing Solutions Department is looking for a Senior Principal Systems Engineer for development of the next generation product line processing and graphics solutions in Cedar Rapids, IA.  The Computing Solutions organization is focused on the development of solutions that can be applied across a wide variety of Avionics products in safety critical commercial and military applications.  Our team is responsible for the development, certification and sustainment of these processing and graphics solutions. 

We are seeking candidates with a proven history in specifying, designing, verifying, and testing electronic systems. Your responsibilities will span the creation of comprehensive plans, requirements, meticulous verification and validation, and the development of detailed design documentation for our next generation solutions with the product line avionic electronic systems. 

What YOU will do:

• Lead development of system test strategy and certification activities 
• Plan and lead the system certification events (SOI1, SOI2, SOI3, SOI4, TSO)  
• Support product architecture related to design for a successful certification strategy 
• Oversee the scheduling and maintenance of test equipment and assets  
• Primary point of contact for all certification related questions and issues  
• Mentor other systems engineers, collaborate closely with hardware, software, firmware 

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
• Demonstrated experience throughout the avionics equipment certification process 
• Experience with safety critical system, hardware, or software development (e.g. DO-178C, DO-254, or ARP4754A/B)  
• Understanding of Earned Value concepts and metrics 

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Excellent communication skills for both internal and external customers 
• Adaptable to change, determined to accomplish tasks based on program schedule, collaborate with teammates to make the best decisions, enjoy learning new technologies, be self-motivated and contribute to a positive work environment 
• Experience with Collins Management System for bid and pursuit work 
• Experience working with and testing embedded hardware and software 
• Experience developing automated tests utilizing scripting

What We Offer:

Benefits:

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!  

This position may be eligible for relocation to Cedar Rapids.

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application to