Director, Resilient Navigation Systems Engineering

Collins Aerospace

Cedar Rapids (IA)

On-site

USD 186,000 - 354,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
3 weeks vacation
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Systems Engineering Director to lead the Resilient Navigation strategy within the Advanced CNS Sandbox. You will act as a technical authority and bridge between ART and Avionics, shaping navigation technology from research to market-ready products for aviation lines.

The role requires recognized expertise in navigation technologies, with experience in research, technology maturation, and product strategy, plus a collaborative, future-focused mindset.

Qualifications

  • Typically requires a University Degree with extensive experience in navigation tech.
  • Proven ability in modeling, simulation, and algorithm development.
  • Experience with system-level design for aviation navigation and safety.

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute the Resilient Navigation roadmap for the Advanced CNS Sandbox.
  • Provide domain expertise to navigation technologists; develop and demonstrate novel capabilities.
  • Collaborate with Avionics product lines to mature technology and support strategy.
  • Engage with international standards bodies to develop next‑gen concepts.
  • Monitor emerging technologies for next‑gen aircraft capabilities.
  • Contribute to technical strategy and cross‑functional business development.

Skills

Navigation systems
Modeling & simulation
Algorithms
Resilience & safety
System architecture

Education

University degree
Advanced degree (MS/PhD)

Job description

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Systems Engineering Director to lead the Resilient Navigation strategy within the Advanced CNS Sandbox. You will act as a technical authority and bridge between ART and Avionics, shaping navigation technology from research to market-ready products for aviation lines.

The role requires recognized expertise in navigation technologies, with experience in research, technology maturation, and product strategy, plus a collaborative, future-focused mindset.

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