Senior Systems Engineer (Onsite)

As our next Senior Systems Engineer based in Richardson, TX or Cedar Rapids, IA , you’ll immerse yourself in developing system designs and validating these multiple domain Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) mission systems solutions used on the aircraft and ground stations being developed for our military customers. Primary responsibility will be focusing on customer needs and requirements in order to design, develop, and analyze both hardware and software systems, ranging from black box to the complex end-to-end platform systems.

This position requires: US Government Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance Day 1 with the ability to obtain DoD Top Secret Clearance after start.

Sign-on Bonus Eligible

What YOU will do:

• Capture, analyze, decompose, and trace System requirements

• Design, develop, and model systems and sub-systems

• Develop and verify test procedures at the system and sub-system levels

• Plan project level work and meet schedule, cost, and performance goals

• Manage program technical risks by evaluating requirements and design aspects

• Interact with a cross-functional team of (including, but not limited to) Engineers, Engineering leaders, Program Managers, Business Developers, Finance, Quality, and Production

• Represent Systems engineering team at internal and external stakeholder meetings

• Travel occasionally (<10%) to support program requirements

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience

• Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain Top Secret after start.

• U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

• Experience developing, decomposing, and deriving system/sub-system requirements

• Experience with Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools

• Experience in system/sub-system design definition

Qualifications We prefer:

• Exposure to VLF, LF, HF, V/UHF, and/or MILSATCOM

• Knowledge of SysML implementation via Cameo/MagicDraw/Rhapsody

• Worked with requirements in DOORS

• Understanding of Agile development

• Exposure to Earned Value Management (EVM)

• Experience in communication with external stakeholders

• Experience in bids, proposals, and pursuits

• Understanding of peer review, configuration, and change management processes

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

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.

Embark on a journey where your expertise in systems engineering will help shape the future of aerospace technology. At Collins Aerospace , we’re not just designing systems; we’re crafting the backbone of mission-critical systems and safeguarding the lives of those who protect us., Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions - whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today., At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form - with our customers and with each other - propel us all higher, again and again.

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As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.