Mission Crew Trainer (MCT) Technical Architect

Collins Aerospace; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 277,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Job summary

Collins Aerospace seeks a Mission Crew Trainer (MCT) Technical Architect to work onsite in Sterling, VA. This role requires US citizenship and the ability to obtain a DoD TS/SCI clearance.

You will define the MCT architecture, align with customer requirements, and develop a scalable simulation framework that trains mission aircrew. You will collaborate with aircraft mission system teams, lead technical innovations, oversee system integration, and mentor engineering staff while ensuring

Qualifications

• 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.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Define Mission Crew Trainer architecture and overall technical approach ensuring design space supports evolving requirements.
• Collaborate with Aircraft Mission System IPTs to integrate mission system architecture into high-fidelity simulations.
• Lead technical innovation to ensure scalability, reliability, and performance of simulation systems.
• Oversee system integration and design, providing architectural governance across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Mentor and guide engineering teams to foster technical excellence and collaboration.

Skills

System architecture

Customer interfacing

STEM degree

Security clearance eligibility

Education

STEM degree in Science/Technology/Engineering/Mathematics

Advanced degree (related field)

Job description

Location: US-VA-STERLING-291 ~ 22640 Davis Dr ~ DAVIS

Date Posted: 2026-08-12

Country: United States of America

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: 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

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: TS/SCI

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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.

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.

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.

We are seeking a Mission Crew Trainer (MCT) Technical Architect to work onsite in Sterling, VA. This position requires US Citizenship with the ability to obtain a US security clearance.

What You Will Do

• Define Mission Crew Trainer architecture and overall technical approach: Define the technical boundaries and establish guardrails that establish design space to allow the team to meet the customer requirements. Develop a physical and logical architecture that provides a solution that supports an iterative definition of requirements that minimizes rework and allows for expansion over time.
• Collaborate with Aircraft Mission System Integrated Product Teams: Incorporate aircraft mission system architecture into the MCT to establish a high-fidelity simulation to train mission aircrew.
• Lead technical innovation: Drive technological advancements and recommend solutions that ensure scalability, reliability, and performance of the simulation systems.
• Oversee system integration and design: Serve as the authority for integrating multi-disciplinary engineering components, ensuring seamless technical cohesion.
• Collaborate with stakeholders: Interface with customers and internal teams to translate mission needs into comprehensive technical solutions and system designs.
• Guide technical execution: Provide strategic guidance and technical oversight throughout the product lifecycle, from requirements development to final delivery in alignment with Project Engineer.
• Perform trade studies and analysis: Evaluate design alternatives, technologies, and methodologies to optimize system performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Mentor and inspire engineering teams: Lead by example, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
• Ensure technical compliance: Maintain adherence to RTX Lifecycle Management Systems and industry standards while ensuring the highest quality of deliverables.
• Identify and mitigate risks: Proactively assess technical risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful program execution.
• Contribute to business growth: Lead architectural efforts in bid and proposal processes, articulating innovative technical solutions to support new business pursuits.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Previous work experience as a system architect and/or in systems, electrical, mechanical, or test engineering.
• Previous experience interfacing with customers, stakeholders, and team members. Ability to communicate with multiple levels of leadership to empower decision making.
• 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.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance: active or ability to receive a TS level clearance.
• Experience with simulation systems: Specific experience in the development and management of simulation and training systems.
• Experience with government contracts: Familiarity with the requirements and processes associated with US Department of Defense projects.
• Familiarity with the design and implementation of training systems and the value they provide to the end user: Understanding of how training systems are developed and their benefits.
• Risk management experience: Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks and opportunities.

What We Offer

• 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
• Relocation assistance may be provided
• And more!

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.

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.

Learn more about Collins Aerospace: https://www.rtx.com/collinsaerospace and https://www.rtx.com/collinsaerospace/what-we-do/industries/military-and-defense

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The salary range for this role is 145,600 USD - 276,800 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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