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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Principal Systems Engineer- Integration and Test Focal - Secure Systems - **Company:** RTX - **Location:** Cedar Rapids, IA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $86,800.0 - $165,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Digital Electronics, Systems Development Life Cycle, Scaled Agile Framework, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Integration, Trusted Systems, SC Clearance - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us69fb90c21d6e6840ac9cbaefca6c6c6c/eaa ## About the Role Experience with the systems development process, including requirements capture, design, integration, and verification/validation Experience working in air-gapped CUI or secure lab environment Active and transferable SECRET clearance is required prior to start date U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance 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 Qualifications We Prefer Familiarity with the Scaled Agile framework Experience with automated software build, test, and deployment Experience with CI/CD Pipeline tools Exceptionally strong communication skills, experience presenting test metrics to program leadership Experienced with generating Integration and Test Plans for Embedded Systems and Digital Hardware Experience with tools such as DOORS, CAMEO or similar Experience working with a certification authority ## Description 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 Collins Aerospace, an RTX 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. The High Assurance Devices Engineering team seeks a Senior Principal Systems Engineer- Integration and Test Lead with a passion for innovation and the drive to see new technology and capability matured into fielded solutions. The Integration and Test lead is a leader who is responsible for ensuring the successful verification and validation for High Assurance Devices across the department. This role will contribute to a team responsible for systems and cyber security engineering tasks related to our next-generation security-enabled mission computing, crypto, and cross-domain technologies, maturing products from low TRL through a program of record accreditation and factory production. What You Will Do Perform analysis', architecture and design, primarily focusing on the Integration and Testing phases of systems development Perform functional analysis', trade studies, requirements allocation for Integration and Test Perform technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total system solutions Lead Test Readiness Reviews with Customer and Certification Agencies Collaborate with Systems Architects, Product Owners, Chief Engineers, to generate Integration and Test Environments and Plans Lead Verification, Validation, and Qualification efforts in both Unclassified and Classified environments Support multiple programs simultaneously, mentoring junior engineers on Integration, Validation, Verification, and Qualification, Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. 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 Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. 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