Senior Principal Systems Engineer - Systems Integration Lead - (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-07-10

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-139 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 139

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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:

SC - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Senior Principal Systems Engineer - Systems Integration Lead - (Onsite)

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Role Description:   

Proprietary Platforms is paving the way when it comes to product pull through across Collins Aerospace in support of Next Generation Platforms. In order to do this effectively, products must be integrated and tested within a system of systems lab environment to verify everything works as expected prior to becoming a customer deliverable. Proprietary Platforms is seeking a Senior Principal Lead Systems Engineering to help define the future of the Next Gen Platforms Systems Integration Labs across Mission Systems.

This position requires: US Government Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance Day 1.  

Onsite: This is an onsite role supporting our Cedar Rapids, IA location.

Sign-on Bonus Eligible

What YOU will do:  

• You will design, plan, and implement multiple Systems Integration Labs for Proprietary Platforms and Mission Systems
• You will work across business units and product organizations to understand program and product operational requirements
• You will develop strategic Systems Integration Lab roadmaps
• You will drive technical execution and communication across the PMT and Executive Leadership
• May travel up to 10%

Qualifications You Must Have:

• 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
• Active and transferable U.S. Government (DoD) Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain an active U.S. Government (DoD) Top Secret Clearance
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
• Experience in mission systems start up procedures including but not limited to cybersecurity, network configuration, key distribution, secure boot, and latency
• Hands-on experience in systems and software integration including experience with design, development, and testing of customer hardware and software systems & systems of systems of high complexity
• Experience interacting with development teams to resolve discrepancies and issues
• Experience identifying, analyzing, and resolving problems in all phases of the system lifecycle
• Experience with systems integration, test execution, and test results documentation
• Experience problem solving and debugging
• Experience working with customers, end users, hardware & software design teams
• Experience with initial lab design and capabilities definition
• Experience developing and formalizing integration plans and procedures based on customer discussions, briefings, interactions, and statements of work
• Experience developing system level designs, high level control and data interfaces

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with and significant knowledge of Agile Mission Suite Government Reference Architecture (AMS GRA)
• Experience with bid and proposal activities related to system integration and test
• Experience with Linux scripting languages, such as Python or Bash
• Knowledge of how low-level BSP and custom operating systems work
• Experience in generating test scripts to automate integration
• Executive leadership communication skills
• Experience with Product and Portfolio Roadmapping
• Experience in customer interfacing, demonstrations, and prototyping

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.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• Eligible for relocation assistance
• And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. 

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. 

Relocation: Assistance may be provided

Employee Referral Eligible  

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. 

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.   

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.

The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 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.

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