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US-TX-RICHARDSON-C17 ~ 1717 Cityline Dr ~ CITYLINE C17, United States of America
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Date Posted:
2026-06-16

Country:
United States of America

Location:
US-TX-RICHARDSON-C17 ~ 1717 Cityline Dr ~ CITYLINE C17

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: Top Secret

Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1Raytheon 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 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.
Strategic Defense Solutions (SDS) is seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Systems Engineer – Cost Account Manager (CAM) and Scrum Master (SM) to join our team. This role requires a seasoned professional with a proven track record in cost management, financial forecasting, and program execution within the aerospace and defense industry. The successful candidate will serve as a critical liaison between engineering, finance, and program management to ensure projects are executed on time and within budget while meeting technical and operational objectives.
What You Will Do:
Serve as the primary CAM on the Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (SEIT) team, ensuring compliance with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) standards and company policies.
Lead the development, management, and execution of cost accounts, including baseline establishment, budget forecasting, variance analysis, and mitigation planning.
Partner with engineering teams to develop detailed work scope, schedules, and resource requirements for project execution.
Provide accurate and timely financial reporting, including Estimates at Completion (EACs) and variance explanations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, program management, and supply chain, to ensure alignment of cost, schedule, and technical performance.
Identify risks and opportunities within cost accounts and develop actionable plans to address them.
Support program reviews, audits, and customer engagements with detailed cost and schedule analytics.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline cost management processes and enhance program performance.
Facilitate daily scrum, sprint planning, sprint demo and retrospective meetings
Work with the Product Owner, especially on backlog grooming and maintaining the product backlog
Facilitate discussions, decision making, and conflict resolution among the team members
Ensure a conducive environment for the team, enabling members to work efficiently and effectively
Qualifications You Must Have :
Minimum of 2 years of experience in cost account management, financial analysis, or program management within the aerospace and defense sector.
Certified Earned Value Management (CEVM) or comparable.
Experience in financial systems and tools, such as SAP, PMX or equivalent.
Experience managing an Agile Team as either a Scrum Master or Product Owner.
Experience with the Atlassian Suite such as Jira or Confluence.
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Top Secret clearance is required.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Qualifications We Prefer :
PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials.
RTX Program Management Level 6 or equivalent.
Certified as Scaled Agile Scrum Master, Scrum Product Owner or equivalent.
Familiarity with RTX systems, processes, and tools.
Basis of Estimate Training or equivalent.
Experience with Risk and Opportunities.
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across functions.
Experience managing competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
What We Offer
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
And more!
Learn More & Apply Now!
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.
*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.
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.
Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.
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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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