Senior Software Engineer - Military Flight Management Product Owner / Technical Lead (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; 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

Generous 401(k) plan with Matching

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a leader in aerospace and defense, seeks a Product Owner and Technical Lead for military avionics in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will guide flight management systems alignment with program requirements, manage a rich backlog, and coordinate across agile teams while steering bids for ongoing program work.

You will gain mastery in Earned Value Management and advanced avionics systems, positioning you for leadership roles within Collins Aerospace.

Qualifications

• Requires STEM degree with 5+ years experience or advanced degree with 3+ years experience.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and their application in large-scale projects.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management.
• Ada or C/C++ experience; Python scripting familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary FM&C liaison to assigned programs, ensuring flight management systems align with schedule and requirements.
• Lead creation and maintenance of a comprehensive story backlog for tasks and timelines.
• Collaborate across department agile teams to delegate tasks and track progress.
• Own design decisions as the lead engineer on your development scope.
• Oversee all FM&C efforts within assigned programs.
• Drive bids and proposals to secure continued program involvement.

Skills

Agile

Earned Value Management

C/C++

Python

Ada

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Job description

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 on the lookout for a skilled professional to join our Flight Management and Controls department as a Product Owner and Technical Lead for our military avionics programs. The individual that fills this role will initially lead development work on an international upgrade for the UH-60 helicopter. This position is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

As a product owner for FM&C components on military avionics programs, you will collaborate closely with the various platform teams and our customers to outline the project requirements and translate these requirements into a well-structured backlog of stories, coordinating with our agile teams across the department to ensure successful execution. Additionally, you will lead bidding efforts for any modifications or extensions for these programs.

Date Posted:

2026-10-15

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-182 ~ 1100 Cimmie Ave Ne ~ BLDG 182

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 Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Throughout the role, you will be expected to travel <10% as needed.

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.

• 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
• https://www.collinsaerospace.com/what-we-do/industries/military-and-defense

What You Will Do:

• You will serve as the primary FM&C liaison to assigned programs, ensuring our flight management systems align perfectly with schedule and requirements.
• You will lead the creation and maintenance of a comprehensive story backlog that outlines all necessary tasks, making complex projects manageable and transparent.
• You will collaborate across various department agile teams to delegate tasks and track progress, ensuring all objectives are met on time and within budget.
• You will own design decisions as the lead engineer on your development scope.
• You will oversee all FM&C efforts within assigned programs.
• You will drive the department's contributions to bids and proposals, securing our role for years to come.

What You Will Learn:

• You will master Earned Value Management, enhancing your ability to manage large-scale programs effectively.
• You will deepen your expertise in advanced avionics systems, making you a pivotal asset in military avionics.
• You will elevate your career by becoming a key player in a high-stakes environment, setting you up for future leadership opportunities within and beyond Collins Aerospace.

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.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and their application in large-scale projects.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management.
• Ada or C/C++ Experience.
• Familiarity with Python scripting.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in developing avionics displays and/or Flight Management Systems (FMS).
• Proven experience in project management within the aerospace or defense industry.
• Demonstrated ability in leading cross-functional teams effectively.
• Experience with DO-178 or similar certification-based development processes.
• Strong foundation in communication skills and team collaboration.

What We Offer:

Benefits:

• 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
• 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 role may be eligible for relocation.

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.

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.

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.

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.