Battlespace Cybersecurity Researcher

Prattwhitney; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous 401(k) plan with employer and

Vacation: three weeks for new hires

Job summary

RTX is seeking cyber engineers for Collins Aerospace, focusing on embedded systems and cyber security within a fast-growing research team. The role involves leading R&D projects, collaborating with hardware, software and systems engineers, and delivering demonstrations to engage customers and drive impact.

U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance; travel up to 10% is expected. Relevant STEM degree and 2+ years of experience are preferred, with DoD security clearance a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM and minimum 2 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree.
• Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Experience with embedded systems or industrial control systems/operational technology.
• Prior research experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical and strategic management of novel research and development projects in the cyber physical security.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary teams of hardware, software, communications, and systems engineers to develop, integrate, and evaluate new cyber security technologies.
• Perform advanced technology demonstrations delivering early customer engagement, innovation, and business impact.
• Participate in technical proposal preparation and the execution of government-sponsored science and technology research.
• Cultivate strong partnerships with technology stakeholders across Collins business and customers to ensure collaboration and strategic alignment.

Skills

Embedded systems

Security clearance

Research experience

Communication skills

Education

STEM degree or advanced degree

Tools

FPGA

Industrial control systems

Job description

About the Company

At RTX, the world's 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.

Role Overview

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. Join a fast-growing research team focused on developing new and innovative technologies to ensure the security of connected cyber physical systems. Collins Aerospace is seeking experienced cyber engineers knowledgeable in embedded system and communication platform design to support a multifaceted portfolio of research and development activities within our Applied Research & Technology organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical and strategic management of novel research and development projects in the cyber physical security
• Participate in multi-disciplinary teams of hardware, software, communications, and systems engineers to develop, integrate, and evaluate new cyber security technologies
• Perform advanced technology demonstrations delivering early customer engagement, innovation, and business impact
• Participate in technical proposal preparation and the execution of government-sponsored science and technology research
• Cultivate strong partnerships with technology stakeholders across Collins business and customers to ensure collaboration and strategic alignment
• Must be willing and able to travel 10% of the time

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• At least 1+ years experience working with embedded systems or industrial control systems or operational technology
• Previous research experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to communicate and present to all levels of the organization
• Aerospace or defense experience
• Active DoD security clearance
• Experience working with FPGA or other embedded systems

Benefits

• 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 illnessinsurance, 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!
• The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD.
• 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, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

*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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

Company Summary

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.