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# Senior Systems Engineer - Onsite

- **Company:** RTX
- **Location:** Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $86,800.0 - $165,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Requirements Analysis, System Testing
- **Published:** October 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://globalhr.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/REC_RTX_Ext_Gateway/job/US-IA-CEDAR-RAPIDS-105--400-Collins-Rd-NE--BLDG-105/Senior-Systems-Engineer---Onsite_01880480

## About the Role

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, * Experience in requirements development and management, including traceability and validation

 * Experience in system testing, including test planning, execution, and analysis
 * Prior work experience in preparing proposals and supporting bidding activities
 * Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience, or an advanced degree and a minimum of 3 years of experience.
 * Active and transferable U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance is required prior to the start date.
 * U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

 * Experience in system design, including architecture development and trade studies
 * Prior leadership experience, such as leading technical teams or mentoring engineer
 * Familiarity with the engineering V-model and its application in system development.

## Description

* Design and test complex systems and solutions, ensuring alignment with program objectives and customer requirements
 * Collaborate across multiple domains and product lines to manage system interactions and integration.
 * Develop and manage system requirements, ensuring traceability and compliance throughout the engineering lifecycle
 * Support proposal and bidding activities by contributing to technical solutions and cost estimates
 * Plan, execute, and analyze system tests to validate performance and functionality
 * Identify and resolve technical challenges, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality solutions
 * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers