Collins Aerospace

aerospace and defense

PrincipalSystemsEngineer-Algorithms

$175–245k ~AI est. Fullerton, California, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Principal Systems Engineer - Algorithms at Collins Aerospace. Skills: Algorithms, Systems engineering, MATLAB, Simulink. Develop algorithms. Develop tools”

What You'll Achieve.

Achieve operational targets

Industry & Context.

aerospace and defense
Problems you'll solve

Problem solving; Anomaly investigation; Trouble shooting

Eligibility Requirements

U. S. citizenship required, Obtain and maintain security clearance, Active security clearance required

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Proficient in code optimization, Proficient in numerical stability, Proficient in basic software development principles, Proficient in reading algorithm descriptions, Proficient in developing algorithm descriptions, Proficient in mathematical expressions, Proficient in derivations, Proficient in matrix manipulations, Proficient in outlier analysis, Proficient in system level analysis, Proficient in performing data analysis, Proficient in problem solving, Proficient technical writing, Proficient oral communication, Experience performing model driven design, Experience with auto generated code, Understand systems engineering discipline, Minimum 8 years relevant experience, Minimum 5 years relevant experience

Nice to Have

Experience performing complex statistical analysis, Experience performing mathematical modeling, Experience with GPS Navigation Systems, Experience with Global Navigation Satellite Systems, Familiar with requirement development, Familiar with sell off, Willingness to travel, Willingness to do field work

What You'll Do.

Provide guidance to team

Conduct analysis for system trouble shooting

Conduct analysis for system analysis

Conduct independent research

Conduct independent analysis

Draft technical papers

Draft algorithm descriptions

Lead technical discussion with customers

Lead technical discussion with team

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with a team; Communicate with parties; Collaborate with parties; Work with own job function; Collaborate with own job function

Communication Scope

Oral communication; Technical writing

Process & Methodology

Achieve operational targets

Full Job Description

**Date Posted:** 2026-06-02 **Country:** United States of America **Location:** US-CA-FULLERTON-676 ~ 1801 Hughes Dr ~ BLDG 676 **Position Role Type:** Onsite **U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: ** The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance **Security Clearance Type:** DoD Clearance: Secret **Security Clearance Status:** Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 **Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace** At RTX, the world's 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, an RTX company, 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. We are looking for **Principal Systems Engineers** in Algorithms to support the Joint Precision Approach and Landing System (JPALS) program. This individual will be required to run and test modeling and simulation of algorithmic models using Simulink and MATLAB. The work is highly technical, and the individual must be comfortable with documenting equations, derivation, and generation of plots in MATLAB. The individual must be comfortable with data and statistical analysis. The successful candidate must be able to work on individual tasks under limited supervision, or with a team to achieve operational targets and

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