Senior Systems Engineer – Flight-Deck Displays (Onsite)

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

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead display programs across flight decks, partnering with hardware, software, and optical teams to deliver certified solutions that meet customer needs and program goals.

You’ll guide multidisciplinary teams, drive cost, schedule, and technical execution, and ensure design quality and compliance with aviation standards throughout concept through certification.

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 stakeholders to ensure technical excellence and product performance.

Skills

Aerospace engineering

System integration

Regulatory compliance

Education

STEM degree (Bachelor/Advanced)

Job description

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead display programs across flight decks, partnering with hardware, software, and optical teams to deliver certified solutions that meet customer needs and program goals.

You’ll guide multidisciplinary teams, drive cost, schedule, and technical execution, and ensure design quality and compliance with aviation standards throughout concept through certification.