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# Senior Systems Engineer - Algorithms (ONSITE)

- **Company:** RTX
- **Location:** Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, Program Optimization, Software Quality, GPS Navigation Devices, Integrated Development Environments, MATLAB, Simulink
- **Published:** August 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/senior-systems-engineer-algorithms-onsite-cedar-rapids-ia-usa-58872350

## About the Role

_ 10% and perform field-work Tasks * Experience in MATLAB and Simulink * Code optimization and numerical stability experience * Systems Engineering discipline experience * Experience in reading/developing algorithm descriptions, mathematical expressions and derivations, matrix manipulations, outlier analysis, and system-level analysis * Degree in STEM and 5 years of relevant experience or Advanced Degree with 3+ years of experience Key requirements * Medical, dental, and vision insurance * Three weeks of vacation * 401(k) plan with employer matching * Tuition reimbursement * Student Loan Repayment Program * Life insurance and disability coverage

## Description

Experteer Overview In this role you will support JPALS by developing and testing GPS navigation algorithm solutions. You will run simulations in MATLAB/Simulink, document equations and plots, and analyze data to validate system performance. You'll contribute to model-based development and lab work on target products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet mission requirements. This position combines hands-on tooling with rigorous analysis to ensure robust algorithmic solutions for critical aerospace systems. You will work in a mission-driven environment that values technical excellence and knowledge sharing. Compensation / Benefits * Test algorithms and models for the JPALS program * Develop tools to enable thorough testing * Work on multiple tasks within a software development environment * Conduct system trouble-shooting analyses * Improve code quality through reviews and best practices * Analyze data using advanced mathematical and statistical techniques * Travel up to 10% and perform field-work Tasks * Experience in MATLAB and Simulink * Code optimization and numerical stability experience * Systems Engineering discipline experience * Experience in reading/developing algorithm descriptions, mathematical expressions and derivations, matrix manipulations, outlier analysis, and system-level analysis * Degree in STEM and 5 years of relevant experience or Advanced Degree with 3+ years of experience Key requirements * Medical, dental, and vision insurance * Three weeks of vacation * 401(k) plan with employer matching * Tuition reimbursement * Student Loan Repayment Program * Life insurance and disability coverage


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