Lead C2 Architecture & Systems Engineer

RTX

Cedar Rapids (IA)

On-site

USD 157,000 - 299,000

Full time

4 days ago
Be an early applicant
Application generator

Don’t send a generic resume — generate a resume and cover letter tailored to this exact role.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
3 weeks vacation
401(k) plan with match
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan repayment
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Parental leave

Job summary

RTX Defense Technologies is seeking a senior architect to define and validate Command and Control (C2) architectures across air, space, and maritime domains. You will lead system-level analyses, partner with strategy teams, and drive technology roadmaps for next-generation C2 capabilities.

Onsite roles supported in Cedar Rapids and other US locations. The ideal candidate has a STEM degree with 12+ years or an advanced degree with 10+ years, deep experience in C2 and EW concepts, and a TS

Qualifications

  • Typically requires STEM degree with 12+ years of experience or advanced degree with 10+ years.
  • Experience with command-and-control systems, architectures, or mission workflows.
  • Ability to perform system-level trades for complex mission systems.
  • Experience using DoDAF, UML or SysML architectures.
  • Familiarity with electronic warfare, cyber operations, or effector systems.
  • 7+ years of relevant engineering or architecture experience.
  • Active and transferable Top Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the creation of C2 architectures that define the field and drive mission success.
  • Validate architecture concepts in emerging C2 markets.
  • Shape technology roadmaps aligned to future needs.
  • Partner with strategy teams to assess new C2 opportunities.
  • Lead system-level trades, modeling, and analysis for decisions.
  • Integrate EW effector concepts into multidomain C2 architectures.
  • Collaborate with engineering to transition concepts into baselines.
  • Deliver architecture views, gap analyses, and roadmaps.
  • Engage with customers to refine needs and align with solutions.
  • Represent the organization in technical forums to advance innovation.

Skills

C2 architectures
System-level analysis
DoDAF/UML/SysML
Electronic warfare concepts
Security clearance

Education

STEM degree with 12+ yrs exp OR Advanced deg with 10+ yrs exp

Tools

DoDAF/UML/SysML frameworks

Job description

RTX Defense Technologies is seeking a senior architect to define and validate Command and Control (C2) architectures across air, space, and maritime domains. You will lead system-level analyses, partner with strategy teams, and drive technology roadmaps for next-generation C2 capabilities.

Onsite roles supported in Cedar Rapids and other US locations. The ideal candidate has a STEM degree with 12+ years or an advanced degree with 10+ years, deep experience in C2 and EW concepts, and a TS

Get your free, confidential resume review.

or drag and drop your file here.

Similar jobs

Similar jobs worth comparing

Lead Cyber Software Architect – DoD TS Clearance
Lead Cyber Software Architect – DoD TS Clearance

Prattwhitney • Cedar Rapids (IA)

On-site
USD 132,000 - 252,000
Medical insurance
3 weeks vacation
401(k) with matching
+1
Senior C2 Architect – Top Secret (Onsite)
Senior C2 Architect – Top Secret (Onsite)

Prattwhitney • Cedar Rapids (IA)

On-site
USD 157,000 - 299,000
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation
401(k) with employer matching
+6
Lead Systems Engineer - DoD Secret Clearance, Onsite
Lead Systems Engineer - DoD Secret Clearance, Onsite

globalhr • Cedar Rapids (IA)

On-site
USD 108,000 - 205,000
Medical Insurance
401(k) Plan
Relocation Assistance
+2
Systems Engineer I - DoD Clearance, Aerospace
Systems Engineer I - DoD Clearance, Aerospace

globalhr • Cedar Rapids (IA)

On-site
USD 57,000 - 109,000
Medical Insurance
401(k) Matching
Tuition Reimbursement
+1
Lead Systems Engineer — Multi-Sensor C2 & Visualization
Lead Systems Engineer — Multi-Sensor C2 & Visualization

Prattwhitney • Scaggsville (MD)

On-site
USD 140,000 - 190,000
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Vacation days
401(k) plan with employer matching
+3
Associate Director of Engineering, Command and Control (C2) Architect (Onsite)
Associate Director of Engineering, Command and Control (C2) Architect (Onsite)

RTX • Cedar Rapids (IA)

On-site
USD 157,000 - 299,000
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
+7
Secure Systems Engineer I — Onsite DoD Role
Secure Systems Engineer I — Onsite DoD Role

RTX • Cedar Rapids (IA)

On-site
USD 57,000 - 109,000
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Tuition reimbursement
401(k) with employer matching
+2
Senior Systems Engineer – Secret DoD | Onsite Cedar Rapids
Senior Systems Engineer – Secret DoD | Onsite Cedar Rapids

globalhr • Cedar Rapids (IA)

On-site
USD 87,000 - 165,000
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
+3
Lead Battlespace Cybersecurity Researcher-Embedded Systems
Lead Battlespace Cybersecurity Researcher-Embedded Systems

Prattwhitney • Cedar Rapids (IA)

On-site
USD 107,500 - 204,500
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks vacation
401(k) plan with employer matching
+3
Senior Systems Engineer: Open Architecture Integration & Test
Senior Systems Engineer: Open Architecture Integration & Test

Prattwhitney • Cedar Rapids (IA)

On-site
USD 108,000 - 205,000
Medical Insurance
Vacation 3 weeks
401(k) Plan
+1