Systems Engineer I (Onsite, Hybrid, Remote)

About this role

Date Posted: 2026-08-25

 Country: United States of America

 Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-106 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 106

 Position Role Type: Remote

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The company will offer immigration sponsorship for this position, if needed.​ The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

 Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

 Security Clearance Status: Not Required

This requisition is for an RTX intern converting to FT hire upon graduation.

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, 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. 

What You Will Do:  • Collaborate with a cross-functional team of systems, software, integration, and test engineers to develop and deliver avionics system solutions. 

• Support development, analysis, and refinement of system requirements and interfaces. 

• Contribute to verification planning and test development to ensure implementations satisfy system requirements. 

• Participate in technical reviews of requirements, design artifacts, and test procedures, while incorporating feedback into your own work. 

• Assist with system integration, troubleshooting, and issue resolution in lab and development environments. 

What You Will Learn:  • How avionics systems are developed across the full engineering lifecycle, from concept and requirements through integration and verification. 

• How to work with system requirements, architecture artifacts, and verification methods used on real aerospace programs. 

• How to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment with mentorship from a dedicated technical “copilot” and other experienced team members. 

• How to apply structured problem solving, technical communication, and engineering rigor in a safety-critical domain. 

Qualifications You Must Have: • A Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related STEM discipline obtained by start date

Qualifications We Prefer: • Coursework or project experience related to systems engineering, embedded systems, software development, aerospace, or controls. 

• Exposure to requirements development, verification, testing, or model-based engineering concepts. 

• Experience with one or more of the following tools/languages is a plus: Python, MATLAB/Simulink, Cameo, or similar engineering tools. 

• Experience working on team-based technical projects, including design reviews, troubleshooting, or test execution.

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

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 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.

Hybrid : Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite.  Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partner

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