Senior Manager, Test Solutions Engineering (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Job summary

RTX Collins Aerospace is seeking a Mission Systems Senior Engineering Manager in Cedar Rapids to lead a diverse team of test engineers. You will mentor staff, drive performance reviews, and manage budgets while ensuring alignment with project goals.

The role requires a Secret security clearance, STEM background, and strong EVMS knowledge, with travel as needed and on-site work at Collins CTSE facilities.

Qualifications

• Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
• Typically requires a STEM degree and 10+ years experience or an advanced degree with 7+ years experience.
• Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
• Experience in a leadership role and presenting to leadership and peers.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 12-15 software, systems and hardware test engineers in design and development of test solutions.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, performance reviews, and career development for staff.
• Plan budgets, staff, facilities and equipment; manage project schedules and performance.
• Occasional domestic/international travel; work on-site.

Skills

Leadership

EVMS

Project management

Communication

Staff mentoring

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-06

Country: United States of America

Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-112 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 112

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on 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 Test Solutions Engineering (CTSE) is searching for a candidate to fill a Mission Systems Senior Engineering Manager position.

What You Will Do

This position will lead a team of 12-15 software, systems and hardware test engineers in the design and development of test solutions that will be deployed to engineering and production facilities. The candidate will be responsible for providing leadership, guidance, hiring, and mentoring to new engineers. A candidate for this position will prepare/deliver performance reviews, provide coaching/mentoring, assist in career development, plan salaries, reward and recognize individuals, and manage staff performance, as needed. The candidate will also be responsible for identifying the necessary staff, facilities, and equipment for the successful execution of projects. In addition to strong leadership and organizational skills, candidates must have experience in project management. Candidate will be responsible for adherence to capital and operating budgets, schedules, work plans and performance requirements, along with the planning and budgeting for the acquisition of test equipment. Occasional domestic and international travel is rare but may be expected for this position. This role will require you to work on-site.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
• 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
• Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
• Experience in a leadership role
• Experience presenting to leadership and peers

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degree in one of the aforementioned disciplines. ABET accreditation preferred.
• Previous experience with career development and personal skills development of team members
• Experience developing Test Solutions for production test environments
• Experience in leading/developing power supply, RF and digital technology projects.
• Experience working in Agile development process
• Experience working with Program Management principles and tools
• Experience with Proposal Capture Process (development of compliant Basis of Estimates)
• Experience with Estimate at Complete (EAC) process and Engineering Labor Forecasting.

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 illness insurance, 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!

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions - whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communicati