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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Systems Engineer - (Onsite) - **Company:** Collins Aerospace - **Location:** Richardson, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $107,500.0 - $204,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, JIRA, Scrum Methodology, Rhapsody, Software Requirements Analysis, Subsystems, Systems Modeling Language, MagicDraw - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=fef3dca06f90012f ## About the Role * Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience * Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain Top Secret after start. * U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance * Leadership and mentoring experience systems engineering teams. * Experience with planning and executing project-level work to meet schedules, costs, and performance goals. * Proven track record in capturing customer requirements, operations concept development, deriving and tracing system and sub-system requirements. * Experience with Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools - Expertise in building complex SysML models, including developing activity, state, block diagrams, use cases, etc. Qualifications we prefer: * Proficiency with MBSE tools like MagicDraw CAMEO, Rhapsody, or Enterprise Architect. * Agile experience as a Scrum Master, Product Owner, or other Agile leadership roles. * Knowledge of Project Management, Control Account Management (CAM), and earned value. * Familiarity with bidding and project/task estimation tools (e.g., SEER products). * Competence in peer review processes, configuration, and change management. * Experience conducting root cause analysis and corrective actions. * Understanding of military concepts of operations or radio performance standards. ## Description * Collaborate to capture, analyze, decompose, and trace system requirements. * Design, develop, and model complex systems and sub-systems. * Create and verify system and sub-system test procedures. * Build advanced SysML models for activities, states, block diagrams, and use cases. * Leverage JIRA to decompose epics and features into user stories with clear acceptance criteria. * Plan and execute project-level work to meet schedules, costs, and performance goals. * Manage technical risks by evaluating design aspects and requirements. * Represent the Systems Engineering team in customer and internal meetings. * Bridge the gap between functional discipline groups and internal/external stakeholders. * Engage in classified lab environments to apply your expertise hands-on. (On-site presence required.) * Travel occasionally to support program requirements What YOU will learn: * Cutting-edge Collins Aerospace solutions designed for military platforms. * Mastery of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles to drive emerging technology solutions. * Leadership and operational expertise within our CORE Operating Systems. ## Related Videos - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Integrate your Cognitive Assistant with 3rd-party DBs and software](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/249-integrate-your-cognitive-assistant-with-3rd-party-dbs-and-software) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know)