Senior Systems Engineer - Tac Comm (Onsite)

Senior Systems Engineer – Mission Systems Airborne and Ground Communication Products Department Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer in Cedar Rapids, IA to design and develop secure, technologically advanced military communication products. The role involves interfacing with multi-discipline engineering teams to create total system solutions that meet domestic and international customer needs. Responsibilities Perform analysis, architecture, and design at all levels of the total system product, including concept, design, fabrication, modeling, test, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal. Conduct functional analysis, trade studies, requirements allocation, and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications. Decompose customer specifications and system-level requirements into sub‑system and piece‑part requirements, developing verification criteria and plans. Plan technical activities for system integration, verification and validation, supportability, and effectiveness analyses for total system solutions. Perform daily tasks in a classified and controlled lab environment. Travel up to 10%. Qualifications Typically requires a STEM degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience. Experience with the systems development process, including requirements capture, design, decomposition, integration, and verification/validation, and transition to production. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship required). Experience working in an Agile environment. Strong communication skills, including experience presenting technical data to program management and executive leadership. Familiarity with tools such as DOORS or CAMEO; experience with software languages such as Rust and Python; and experience with Model‑Based Systems Engineering. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option Tuition reimbursement program Student loan repayment program Life insurance and disability coverage Optional coverages: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning assistance Autism Benefit Employee Assistance Plan (up to 10 free counseling sessions) Wellness rewards program and Healthy You incentives Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits, and Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program Bright Horizons child and elder care services Relocation assistance may be provided Equal Employment Opportunity Statement RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr