Senior Avionics Systems Engineer - GNSS (ONSITE)

Prattwhitney; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

Generous 401(k) plan

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to contribute to the GLU-2100 Multi-Mode Receiver family. You will work across system requirements, architecture, integration and verification with a cross‑functional team on GPS and navigation technologies.

The role emphasizes active mentorship, modeling, and collaboration to push advanced avionics solutions in a leading aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with 5+ years experience, or Advanced Degree with 3+ years.
• Aerospace industry experience is required.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink for modeling and simulation.
• Experience with Python, Perl or other scripting languages.
• System-level requirements decomposition/analysis and verification.
• System integration planning and verification.

Responsibilities

• Perform system requirements analysis, definition, allocation and validation.
• Execute system integration and requirements verification testing.
• Model and simulate systems; coordinate among hardware, software and systems teams; develop related documentation.
• Mentor and develop skills of other engineers in Navigation and GPS technologies.

Skills

Aerospace industry experience

System requirements analysis

System integration

Interfacing with system teams

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Python/Perl scripting

Job description

Senior Systems Engineer

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 looking for a Senior Systems Engineer with a passion for engineering and the desire to be part of an innovative, dedicated team responsible for future development and testing of the GLU-2100 Multi-Mode Receiver (MMR) product‑line. The GLU-2100 is the industry’s leading MMR and continues to be the industry’s most capable, fully digital receiver which integrates the next‑generation Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receiver, Instrument landing system (ILS), GPS landing system (GLS) and VHF omni‑directional receiver (VOR). Candidates are expected to be an active member of a cross‑functional team during all phases of an engineering system development project.

What You Will Do:

• Specific responsibilities of this position span all phases of system product development including system requirements analysis, definition, allocation, and validation, system architecture design
• System integration and requirements verification testing
• System modeling and simulation; coordination among systems, hardware, and software design functions; and developing systems related documentation.
• Senior engineers will be available to provide mentoring to develop your skills as a system engineer and to increase your depth of knowledge in Navigation and GPS technologies.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
• Aerospace industry is required
• Working knowledge in MATLAB/Simulink simulation
• Experience with Python, Perl or other script writing tools
• System level requirements decomposition/analysis, system design and allocation to subsystems/products
• System integration planning and execution, and system level verification and validation.
• Interfacing with system, subsystem, and product teams in the allocation of system level requirements, decomposition into lower-level requirements and design decisions, and resolution of problem reports.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Working knowledge with space dynamics and satellite maneuvering
• Experience with GPS/GNSS algorithms development
• Working with other disciplines such as Hardware and Software
• Experience with radio navigation products, especially Multi-Mode Receiver (MMR)
• Working knowledge of avionics regulations and certification standards including TSO, DO 160, DO 254, and DO 178B/C
• Working knowledge of Guidelines for Development of Civil Aircraft and Systems ARP4754
• Exhibiting strong team skills working with both domestic and international team members
• Effective time management and ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision

What We Offer:

• 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.
• 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 illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Carrot Health to hormonal health, fertility, and family building
• 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!

This is an onsite position in Melbourne, Florida.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.

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.

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.

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. Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings. 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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

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.