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Senior Engineering Manager - Systems Engineering (Onsite)

RTX

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-112 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 112, USonsite

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Date Posted: 2026-08-21

 Country: United States of America

 Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-112 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 112

 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: Secret

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

Senior Engineering Manager - Systems Engineering (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.

What You Will Do:

As the leader of this team, you will have the responsibility for leading and mentoring staff whose responsibilities span all phases of the systems engineering life cycle. These responsibilities include requirements analysis, design, integration, verification, and formal configuration management. This leader position will provide direction for tasks such as developing systems tools, supporting field demonstration and integration efforts, providing customer support, and mentoring. Direct support of cognizant programs in these areas is also required.  The successful applicant should be knowledgeable of the systems development lifecycle and a proponent of the Agile method of system development.

What You Will Learn:

In addition to technical activities, responsibilities also include resource allocation and overall administrative management of the team.  This position demands an ability and willingness to perform day-to-day employee engagement, coaching and mentoring, and employee development.  The role also requires employee performance excellence, including providing continuous feedback and performance correction, engagement check-ins, and administering formal performance management processes.  Responsibilities also include employee onboarding, training, and career development. The personnel leadership and technical contributions will ensure you are continuously learning, challenged, and put in a position to grow professionally.

Qualifications You Must Have: • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience • Must have or be capable of obtaining a US Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.  Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation/reinstatement and must meet eligibility requirements  • Ability to travel domestically as needed

Qualifications We Prefer • Advanced degree in management or leadership is a plus. • The successful candidate should be experienced in the following general skills: Systems and/or software engineering experience • High motivation to solve problems and continuously improve existing products • Strong understanding of Earned Value Management • Desire to contribute to a results-oriented product development team • Talent/Career Development leadership • Solid understanding of systems development processes • Strong verbal and written technical communication skills • Ability to work well with a team and peer leaders • A genuine desire to learn and innovate

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.

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!  

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*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 product

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