Senior Flight-Deck Display Systems Engineer

RTX; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits options

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead display programs across hardware, software, and optics teams, delivering high‑impact cockpit display solutions for next‑generation aircraft.

You will guide cross‑functional engineers through concept, design, and certification, ensuring regulatory compliance and design quality while shaping cost and schedule to meet program needs in a fast‑paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Proven technical experience in aerospace product development and small project management.
• Working knowledge of avionics regulations and certification standards including TSO, DO 160, DO 254, and DO 178B/C.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering efforts for small to mid‑sized display programs, driving cost, schedule, and technical execution to successful outcomes.
• Guide and influence multi-disciplinary teams while ensuring alignment with customer and internal engineering requirements.
• Champion design quality and compliance with Collins’ engineering processes, regulatory standards, and program plans.
• Engage deeply in display product design, collaborating with stake holders to ensure technical excellence and product performance.

Skills

Aerospace product development

Small project management

Avionics regulations knowledge

Education

STEM degree

Job description

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead display programs across hardware, software, and optics teams, delivering high‑impact cockpit display solutions for next‑generation aircraft.

You will guide cross‑functional engineers through concept, design, and certification, ensuring regulatory compliance and design quality while shaping cost and schedule to meet program needs in a fast‑paced aerospace environment.