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Lead Systems Engineer - (Onsite)

RTX

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-105 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 105, USonsite

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Date Posted: 2026-08-13

 Country: United States of America

 Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-105 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 105

 Position Role Type: Onsite

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​

 Security Clearance Type: Secret - Current

 Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Lead Systems Engineer - (Onsite)

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.

Role Description:   

Collins is hiring Senior Systems Engineer to support programs for our US military and various international customers, keeping the world safe from foreign threats. We support multiple contracts and are seeking to fill roles across several open contracts – our goal is to align each new hire with a position that best suits their skills and allows for career growth. In this role, you will play a critical part in the design, development, and integration of products, from concept to production.  You will collaborate closely with hardware and software engineers to ensure seamless system performance and deliver innovative solutions that meet customer needs. 

This position requires: US Government Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance Day 1 .  

Onsite: This is an onsite role supporting our Cedar Rapids, IA location.

Sign-on Bonus Eligible

What YOU will do:   • Lead cross-functional team members (systems, hardware, and software engineers) to ensure system compatibility and performance 

• Conduct testing, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure reliability and functionality across all product levels 

• Support the transition of products from prototype to production, including design reviews and documentation 

• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute innovative ideas to enhance product performance and features 

• Maintain clear communication with team members and stakeholders to align project milestones and deliverables 

Qualifications You Must Have:  • Expert knowledge of the full Systems Engineering V – from CONOPS development to Sustainment 

• Proven experience directing integration and testing efforts within multidisciplinary teams 

• Experience organizing test teams and leading the generation of testing artifacts 

• Experience scheduling and overseeing test events to include subcontracted efforts and results 

• Ability to work with other IPTs contributing to a large-scale test program spanning Functional, allocated, and product baselines 

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience  

• Active and transferable U.S. Government DoD Secret Security Clearance is required prior to start date

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance 

Qualifications We Prefer: • Experience designing & developing complex systems 

• Experience preparing bids & estimates 

• Experience integrating firmware and software onto hardware products 

• Experience with audio and video product integration 

• Experience with integrating communication Radio and Systems: SATCOM, LOS/BLOS, AEHF, or V/UHF 

• Experience with computer networking including API development and systems security 

• Proficiency in tooling to include CAMEO, Rhapsody, Microsoft products, or tasking boards (Jira, IBM EWM, etc.) 

• Experience with and knowledge of scripting for analysis or build and test automation 

• A current and transferable U.S. Government DoD Top Secret Clearance

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  

• Eligible for relocation assistance

• 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 communic

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