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Sr Systems Engineer TPM 737 Max

Requisition ID: 16220

At Collins Aerospace, we’re dedicated to relentlessly tackling the toughest challenges in our industry – all to redefine aerospace.

Created in 2018 through the combination of two leading companies – Rockwell Collins and United Technologies Aerospace Systems – we’re driving the industry forward through technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for global aerospace and defense. Every day we imagine ways to make the skies and the spaces we touch smarter, safer and more amazing than ever. Together we chart new journeys, reunite families, protect nations and save lives. And we do it all with some of the greatest talent this industry has to offer.

We are Collins Aerospace and we hope you join us as we REDEFINE AEROSPACE.

We are currently searching for a Senior Systems Engineer – TPM to join our team in Cedar Rapids, IA (1000). A comprehensive relocation package is available for qualified candidates. Our Avionics team advances aviation electronics and information management solutions for commercial and military customers across the world. That means we’re helping passengers reach their destination safely. We’re connecting aircraft operators, airports, rail and critical infrastructure with intelligent data service solutions that keep passengers, flight crews and militaries connected and informed. And we’re providing industry-leading fire protection and safety systems that our customers can count on when it matters most. Are you ready to learn from the most knowledgeable experts in the industry, develop the technologies of tomorrow and reach new heights in your career? Join our Avionics team today.

Job Summary

Would you like to be the MAXimum TPM that you can be? Join the Air Transport Systems Engineering department as a Sr. Systems Engineer and fulfill the role of the 737 MAX Display System (MDS) Technical Project Manager (TPM). We are looking for a highly-motivated, team-empowering leader who is excited to join the 737 MAX engineering team and support a product that has over 4,000 orders from airlines and will be producing 57 aircraft per month by the end of 2019.

The individual filling this position will require previous project management experience or extensive experience with leading cross-functional project teams. The 737 MAX TPM will require the ability to work effectively with Program Management, SW/HW Engineering, and Operations. Additionally, a high level understanding of Air Transport aircraft systems or Display systems would be greatly beneficial.

Job Responsibilities

Sr. Systems Engineer / TPM responsibilities and accountabilities include:

* The TPM has the primary execution responsibility to ensure the project meets the technical and certification requirements, remains on schedule, and stays within the budget constraints.

* Present information effectively to external and internal leaders of varying levels and anticipate possible questions

* Lead and coordinate program level cost estimates during the bid cycle using the EER process.

* Develop and maintain program-level schedules for projects as the project executes.

* Anticipates problems and, if necessary, proactively revises project plans as permitted by policy and project requirements.

* Create and manage risks/opportunities and mitigation plans.

* Coordinate engineering input into the project’s financial forecast and variance analysis.

* Support DPC-2120 and DCP-2120 Collateral through field and factory support and coordinate with cognizant hardware engineers.

* Coach the PEs and leads on the project to think big, take action, and help others succeed.

Sr. Systems Engineer / TPM behaviors include:

* Quick to point out the contributions of others and slow to seek attention for their own credit

* Share credit, emphasize team over self, and define success collectively rather than individually

* Self-motivated and diligent

* Constantly thinking about the next step and the next opportunity

* Interpersonally appropriate and aware

* Good judgment and intuition around the subtleties of group dynamics and the impact of their words and actions

Basic Qualifications

* Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline.

* Previous Technical Project Management (TPM) and/or Project Engineering (PE) experience

This position requires the commitment of professional working hours that may require the employee to extend beyond a typical 7:30 am to 4:30 pm workday, or beyond a 40 hour work week.

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.

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

* Tuition reimbursement

* Life insurance and disability coverage

* And more

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

Collins Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status.

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