Principal Engineer – System

RTX

. Lead end-to-end systems engineering and decompose customer requirements into traceable system-, subsystem-, and component-level requirements .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeBengaluru • IndiaLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Systems Engineering for safety-critical avionics products, including system architecture development, requirements management, and certification processes. Proficient in utilizing tools like Jama and IBM DOORS, and developing Python-based automation solutions to enhance engineering productivity.

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Systems EngineeringAvionics Systems DevelopmentRequirements Management Using Jama/IBM DOORSIntegration, Verification, and Validation StrategiesCertification Activities Involving FAA

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Hard Skills

Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC)System Architecture DevelopmentFunctional DecompositionSafety-Critical Systems DesignPython Automation DevelopmentARP4754A/B ComplianceAFDX, ARINC 429, ARINC 615/615AAgile Development Using JIRATest Plan DevelopmentInterface Control Documents (ICDs)

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingTechnical Decision-MakingCross-Functional CollaborationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

JamaIBM DOORSGitSubversionRapiTestJIRAConfluence

Certifications & Qualifications

FAA CertificationSOI Audits

Industry Keywords

CNSFMSFCSCockpit Display SystemsSafety-Critical AvionicsRegulatory ComplianceRTCA DO-178DO-160DO-254DO-297

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSDLCSubversion

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end systems engineering and decompose customer requirements into traceable system-, subsystem-, and component-level requirements
Guide and mentor Systems Engineers developing complex CNS solutions
Define system architectures, functional decomposition, interfaces, and design documentation for safety-critical avionics products, including DAL A systems
Establish, capture, analyze, trace, and manage system requirements using Jama and IBM DOORS
Develop system integration, verification, and validation strategies, including test plans, procedures, execution strategies, and test reports
Develop certification artifacts and support regulatory compliance activities
Develop Python-based tools and automation solutions to improve engineering productivity and verification efficiency
Collaborate with software architects, hardware engineers, and cross-functional teams on system integration
Drive adherence to ARP4754A/B, ARP4761, and applicable avionics communication and interface standards
Identify opportunities to optimize engineering processes and advance technical roadmaps
Mentor engineers and contribute to talent development, performance management, and continuous learning
Translate customer needs into system architectures and guide development, integration, verification, and certification of avionics solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or a related STEM discipline
11–15 years of experience in avionics systems engineering
At least 8 years of experience across the complete Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
At least 8 years of experience capturing and managing system requirements using Jama and/or IBM DOORS
At least 9 years of experience developing system architectures, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), functional decomposition, and system design documentation
At least 8 years of experience developing integration, verification, and validation strategies for safety-critical avionics systems
At least 8 years of experience with AFDX, ARINC 429, ARINC 615/615A, and Ethernet
At least 8 years of experience applying ARP4754A/B and ARP4761
At least 6 years of experience supporting certification activities involving the FAA, certification authorities, or internal certification organizations
At least 8 years of experience in Agile development environments using JIRA and Confluence
At least 6 years of experience developing engineering automation tools using Python
Hands-on experience with Jama, IBM DOORS, Git, Subversion, and RapiTest
Experience integrating hardware and software within complex avionics platforms
Strong analytical, problem-solving, technical decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Preferred: 2–3 years of experience with navigation products, including radar altimeters and communication/navigation radio applications
Preferred: at least 3 years of experience supporting SOI audits, certification reviews, and compliance evidence preparation
Preferred: working knowledge of RTCA DO-178, DO-160, DO-254, and DO-297
Preferred: at least 5 years of experience performing system integration and verification testing
Preferred: experience with MOPS for avionics systems
Preferred: understanding of CNS, FMS, FCS, and cockpit display systems
Preferred: experience mentoring engineers, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and driving technical decisions
Advanced to expert knowledge of the work area
Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
Engineering/Other Technical Positions typically require a STEM degree and minimum 8 years of prior relevant experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
Group Health, Life & Personal Accident Insurance
National Pension Scheme (NPS)
18 days annual vacation plus 12 days contingency leave
Leave Travel Allowance (LTA)
Car Lease Program
Fuel & Maintenance reimbursement
Driver wage support
Meal vouchers
Employee Scholar Program
Flexible and supportive work environment
Learning, leadership, and career growth opportunities
Inclusive culture that values innovation and collaboration