Sr Systems Engineer

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. The Secure Subsystems Engineering team seeks a Senior Principal Systems Engineer. The Secure Subsystems Department is responsible for the design, test, and certification of cross-domain technologies and cryptographic products that equip our warfighters to thrive in today's multi-domain battlespace. Our department collaborates with portfolio teams across the organization to help capture new business and create security-hardened solutions that address our customers' demanding needs.

Job Responsibilities Support research and development projects focused on cyber security technologies. Work with multidisciplinary teams of hardware, software, communications, and systems engineers to develop, integrate, and evaluate cybersecurity technologies. Support technology demonstrations and testing to evaluate new cybersecurity solutions and capabilities. Assist with technical proposal preparation and government-sponsored research and development activities. Collaborate with technology stakeholders across Collins and with customers to support project goals and objectives. Travel up to 10% of the time.

) Desired Qualities: Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills Conscientious approach to client and office relationships Desire to be a part of our successful continued growth Someone who truly enjoys helping others Strong focus on customer satisfaction Mindful of business continuity

Responsibilities:Provide SME-level technical leadership on major systems, network, and cybersecurity engineering efforts, establishing goals, plans, and technical baselines that meet mission objectives. Lead architecture and design of secure, resilient IT systems across multiple classification domains, including CSfC Capability Package-based solutions and integration of multiple Top Secret enclaves. Develop and execute the enterprise migration approach to post-quantum cryptography in accordance with NSA CNSA 2.0 timelines, including cryptographic inventory, prioritization, and vendor engagement. Identify, evaluate, and integrate artificial intelligence and data analytics capabilities that improve network operations, cyber defense, and decision support for the WHCA enterprise. Retire legacy technical debt and introduce modern engineering practices that counter adversary cyber operations and enable defensive cyber operations. Serve as the senior technical interface to GOVCIO and client engineering staff; present options, risks, and recommendations for decision. Mentor senior and journeyman engineers; review designs, accreditation artifacts, and technical deliverables for quality and compliance. Support RMF activities and security accreditation packages for systems under the SME's technical purview. Qualifications:Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline and 15+ years of progressive IT engineering experience. Clearance Level: Active TS/SCI Must successfully complete additional customer security eligibility, and/or compatibility determinations/requirements. Demonstrate depth in at least three of: systems engineering, network engineering, cybersecurity engineering, and enterprise architecture. Recent (within the last three years) hands-on experience in at least two of: CSfC solution design or Trusted Integrator work, post-quantum cryptography migration planning, applied artificial intelligence or machine learning, and enterprise data analytics. Experience engineering systems in TS/SCI environments and across multiple classification domains. DoD 8140 qualification at the Advanced proficiency level for DCWF work role 652 Security Architect or 651 Enterprise Architect , and compliance with any DoD 8570 baseline cited in the task order or DD 254. CISSP with ISSAP or ISSEP concentration, or an equivalent Advanced-level qualification listed on the current DoD 8140 Foundational Qualification Matrix for the coded work role. Physical and Other Requirements On-site work located in the National Capital Region. Must be a U.S. citizen. Preferred Skills and Experience: Master's degree preferred. Ability to communicate complex technical positions to senior military and civilian leadership. INCOSE ESEP. Cisco CCIE (Enterprise Infrastructure or Security) or CCNP Security. ISC2 CCSP, AWS Solutions Architect Professional, or Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert. NSA CSfC Trusted Integrator experience or prior Trusted Integrator role. Experience supporting Presidential, Special Access Program, or other high-consequence communications environments.