Principal Systems Engineer – Vehicle Technical Advisor

RTX

Principal Systems Engineer advising RTX vehicle programs in command-and-control systems. Leading technical investigations, analyses, automation, and cross-functional engineering decisions onsite in Colorado.

Posted 8/20/2026full-timeAurora • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $107,500 - $204,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading technical investigations, providing data-driven insights, and developing software tools for data analysis and automation. Possesses strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders while maintaining a focus on program objectives.

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Technical InvestigationsData AnalysisSoftware Tool DevelopmentCross-Functional CollaborationActive TS/SCI CI Poly Clearance

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Hard Skills

Command-And-Control SystemsScripting LanguagesUNIX/Linux EnvironmentsMATLABPerlC++JavaJavaScriptPythonData Extraction

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationAnalytical AbilitiesProblem-Solving Abilities

Tools & Technologies

Automation SolutionsSoftware ToolsData Analysis Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in STEMActive Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Engineering ExperienceCustomer RelationshipsTechnical ManagementPerformance AnalysisSystem-Level Analysis

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaJavaScriptLinuxPerlPythonTypeScriptUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead technical working groups to drive issue resolution, coordinate cross-functional inputs, and achieve program objectives
Develop, refine, and deliver technical briefings to stakeholders and leadership
Provide data-driven insights, recommendations, and decision support with minimal oversight
Coordinate and influence cross-team technical activities
Align priorities, resolve cross-functional dependencies, and maintain communication across engineering teams
Design, enhance, and maintain software tools and automation solutions for data extraction, analysis, and interpretation
Independently identify improvements and ensure tool robustness and scalability
Perform and interpret trending, performance, and system-level analyses across hardware and software baselines
Synthesize findings to inform engineering assessments and program-level decisions
Troubleshoot and resolve complex software and hardware issues
Lead investigations to identify root causes and corrective actions
Collaborate with program and customer teams as a technical advisor
Ensure integrated solutions support shared objectives and mission needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred), or equivalent experience
Minimum of 8 years of prior engineering experience
Experience in command-and-control systems and operations
Experience building and maintaining effective customer relationships
Experience collaborating with senior technical management
Experience conducting technical investigations and communicating findings to leadership
Active and transferable TS/SCI CI Poly U.S. government-issued security clearance required prior to start date
Existing active security clearance required on day 1
U.S. citizenship required
Organizational, interpersonal, and written/verbal communication skills
Analytical and problem-solving abilities
Preferred experience with scripting and programming languages, including UNIX/Linux environments, MATLAB, Perl, C++, Java, JavaScript, and Python

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance available
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
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
Holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available