Conversion: Systems Engineer I (Onsite)

About this role

Date Posted: 2026-08-18

 Country: United States of America

 Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-131 ~ 5450 C Ave NE ~ BLDG 131

 Position Role Type: Onsite

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

 Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

 Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

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.

What You Will Do: • Perform all phases of the system development lifecycle including requirements capture, system design and modeling, integrating with hardware and other software components, system verification and validation • Work with systems engineers and other engineering disciplines to document derived requirements, define internal system interfaces, develop system architectures, integrate system components, and perform system verification • Test and debug display systems using systems integration labs, simulation environments and specialized test equipment • Develop automated test procedures and software tools to perform systems integration and testing • Learn and apply internal processes, methods and tools for systems development and documentation

What You Will Learn: • Implementation of multiple phases of the system development lifecycle including requirements capture, system design and modeling, integration, system verification and validation • Application of industry standards and processes, such as ARINC 661, ARINC 664, and ARP-4754

Qualifications You Must Have: • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) major obtained by start date. • Proficient with high-level software programming languages and/or scripting languages • 6+ months experience with developing and testing avionics or other aircraft systems

Qualifications We Prefer: • 6+ months experience with safety-critical, real-time, embedded system development and verification • Experience developing systems that are compliant with SAE ARP-4754, RTCA DO-178, DO-160 and/or DO-254 • Experience with ARINC standards: ARINC 429, ARINC 661, ARINC 664 or ARINC 739

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 • This position may be eligible for relocation   •  And more!  

Learn More & Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive   portfolio   and   expertise   to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.   

Our Avionics team advances flight deck solutions, airborne communications, vision systems,   sensors   and fire protection for commercial and military customers around the world. That means   we’re   helping people reach their destination safely and keeping pilots, passengers, flight crews, airlines,   airports   and military personnel connected and informed. And   we’re   providing industry-leading fire protection and safety systems that our customers can count on when it matters most. Are you ready to learn from the most   knowledgeable experts in the industry, develop the technologies of tomorrow and reach new heights in your career? Join our Avionics team today.  

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as: Onsite: Employees who are w

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