Principal Systems Engineer - C-130 FMS Tech Lead (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer for the C-130 FMS Tech Lead role in Cedar Rapids, IA. The role involves leading the development of flight management software while enhancing leadership skills in an Agile environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical acumen in avionics systems and demonstrated experience in software development.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement program

Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

Life insurance and disability coverage

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Plan

Virtual doctor visits

Wellness rewards program

Fertility and family planning support

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in STEM and 8 years of experience or an Advanced Degree with 5 years.
• Experience in design and development of deliverable software needed.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the domain product owner to provide technical leadership.
• Lead development of navigation software, including design review and requirements.
• Identify and mitigate risks, enhance product capabilities.

Skills

Lead development of navigation software

Technical leadership

Risk identification and mitigation

Education

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)

Advanced Degree in a related field

Tools

Python scripting

DO-178 certification

Job description

Principal Systems Engineer - C-130 FMS Tech Lead (Onsite)

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Location:

HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

Date Posted:

2025-06-18

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Collins Aerospace is seeking qualified candidates for an experienced systems engineer, to lead the development of Flight Management Application content for C-130 aircraft within our Military Avionics & Helicopters Flight Management Applications department, located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Our teams are comprised of cross-functional engineers working in an AGILE environment focused on the design and development of Flight Management Software Applications.

Product Summary:

CAAS/Flight 2 Flight Management Solutions - Our signature products for Military Avionics and Helicopters as part of the Collins Integrated Avionics Systems, fielded on thousands of aircraft today, at this moment. Specific capabilities include FMS (Flight Management Systems), Performance Application, System Manager, Comm, Flight Director, and Flight Controls. Please see the following links for more details:

• https://www.collinsaerospace.com/what-we-do/industries/helicopters/rotary-wing/common-avionics-architecture-system
• https://www.collinsaerospace.com/what-we-do/industries/military-and-defense/avionics/integrated-cockpit-solutions/flight2
  
  

What YOU will do:

• You will coordinate with the domain product owner to provide technical leadership to the C-130 Flight Management Applications engineering team.
• You will lead the development of navigation software for C-130 avionics, including creation of design approach reviews (DARs), requirements and software updates, and software verification
• You will develop and communicate detailed implementation plans, securing stakeholder buy-in at all levels—from team members to external customers.
• You will identify and mitigate risks, while capturing opportunities to enhance product capabilities and market reach.
• You will champion knowledge sharing, elevating department expertise through both formal training and informal mentoring.
  
  

What YOU will learn:

• You will enhance your leadership skills, growing within a role that blends technical prowess with strategic oversight.
• You will deepen your expertise in cutting-edge avionic systems, positioning you as a subject matter expert in military software applications.
• You will expand your impact on the field of avionics, contributing to software solutions that increase the operational capabilities of aircraft worldwide.
  
  

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
• Proven experience in the design and development of deliverable software, ideally within a production or consumer-facing environment.
  
  

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with DO-178 or similar certification-based development processes.
• Familiarity with ARINC 661, DOORS, and Python scripting.
• Experience in developing avionics displays and/or Flight Management Systems (FMS).
• AGILE development methodology experience.
  
  

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 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
• 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.

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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