Principal Systems Engineering - Cost Account Manager (CAM) - (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-07-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-RICHARDSON-461 ~ 3200 E Renner Rd ~ RENNER BLDG 461

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

SC - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Principal Systems Engineering - Cost Account Manager (CAM) - (Onsite)

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Role Description:

Are you ready to design the future of aerospace and defense? Join our mission in creating transformative technologies that empower national security and defense systems.

Shape the Future with Collins Aerospace

At Collins Aerospace, we don’t just build systems; we build the future. As a Principal Systems Engineer, you’ll support programs involved in modernizing the U.S. Air Force Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) capabilities. You’ll be immersed in innovation while receiving world-class training to become a subject matter expert (SME) in the systems engineering lifecycle. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on innovation, and aspire to grow, this role is your next step.

This position requires: US Government Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance Day 1.

Onsite: This is an onsite role that will support our Richardson, TX location.

What YOU will do:

Tracking, reporting, and managing program scope, cost, and schedule execution

Apply Earned Value Management principles to provide accurate Estimate to Complete (ETC) updates

Provide monthly variance analyses for associated Control Accounts

Identify and manage Risks and Opportunities for assigned subsystems

Collaborate to capture, analyze, decompose, and trace system requirements

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

Qualifications YOU must have:

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations + 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field + 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience

Active and transferable U.S. Government DoD Secret Security Clearance is required prior to start date

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Leadership and mentoring experience systems engineering teams

Effective communication skills with all levels of management, program team members, and external stakeholders

Proven track record in capturing customer requirements, operations concept development, deriving and tracing system and sub-system requirements

Proven track record as a Control Account Manager (CAM)

Experience conducting root cause analysis and corrective actions

A strong understanding of the Systems Engineering Development Life-Cycle

Qualifications We prefer:

Experience with MBSE tools like MagicDraw CAMEO, Rhapsody, or Enterprise Architect

Experience with requirements tool such as DOORS

Expertise in building complex SysML models, including developing activity, state, block diagrams, use cases, etc

Proficiency in Excel Macros and Visual Basic

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

Understanding of military concepts of operations or radio performance standards

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions - whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

What We Offer:

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

Eligible for relocation assistance

And more!

Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Relocation: Assistance may be provided

Employee Referral Eligible

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. 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.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

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 or not 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 role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.