Senior Systems Engineer (MBSE) (Remote)

RTX (Raytheon); Cedar Rapids (IA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Model-Based Systems Engineer to lead MBSE strategy and deploy MBSE capabilities across System Solutions. You will architect and mature MBSE models with SysML, guide engineering teams, and ensure best practices are adopted across programs.

The role offers remote work flexibility with CST/EST hours and occasional travel up to 15%. Location near Rockford, IL, Cedar Rapids, IA, or other Collins locations is preferred.

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 and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Requires proficiency in MBSE tools such as Cameo/MagicDraw/Teamwork Cloud and SysML modeling.

Responsibilities

• Lead the definition, development, and execution of the MBSE strategy and roadmap for System Solutions.
• Architect, develop, and validate MBSE models across the system lifecycle, including stakeholder needs, requirements, behavioral analysis, and structural representations.
• Implement and deploy reference architectures, modeling standards, and best practices to enable consistent MBSE implementation.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams, driving adoption of MBSE methods and continuous improvement.
• Travel up to 15% as needed to support program and collaboration efforts.

Skills

MBSE

SysML modeling

Technical leadership

Requirements management

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Advanced degree

Tools

Cameo/MagicDraw/Teamwork Cloud

DOORS

Jama

Polarion

Modelica (Dymola/Modelon/Amesim)

Syndeia

Ansys ModelCenter

Job description

Date Posted:
2026-10-19

Country:
United States of America

Location:
US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-105 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 105

Position Role Type:
Remote

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:
Not Required

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.

Are you passionate about driving digital transformation, creating impactful solutions, and enabling teams to work smarter through Model-Based Systems Engineering and digital engineering practices? If you are ready to change, inspire adoption, and make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

The System Solutions team is seeking a Senior Model-Based Systems Engineer to lead the development and implementation of MBSE capabilities across our team. This role requires a hands-on technical leader who can independently define, develop, and deploy MBSE solutions while guiding engineering teams in the adoption of best practices.

The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership, drive MBSE initiatives, and collaborate across disciplines to improve systems engineering processes and enable innovative digital engineering solutions. This position offers remote work flexibility with expected working hours in CST/EST. The ideal candidate will be located near Rockford, Illinois, Cedar Rapids, IA ,Windsor Locks, CT, or any other Collins location.

What You Will Do

MBSE Strategy and Development:

• Lead the definition, development, and execution of the MBSE strategy and roadmap for System Solutions.
• Drive the development of advanced MBSE capabilities to enable effective adoption and support to programs across different business units.
• Architect, develop, and validate MBSE models across the system lifecycle, including stakeholder needs, requirements, behavioral analysis, and structural representations.
• Implement and deploy reference architectures, modeling standards, and best practices to enable consistent MBSE implementation.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams, driving adoption of MBSE methods and continuous improvement.

Collaboration and Coordination:

• Support coordination with System Method Representatives and System Discipline Boards by providing technical inputs, aligning MBSE priorities, and ensuring system engineering needs are represented.
• Support external stakeholder collaboration, such as with the Digital Product Lifecycle (DPLC) Technical Advisory Board, through alignment and dependency meetings and collaboration on MBSE capabilities and initiatives.
• Support MBSE adopter alignment across different business units by providing technical guidance, sharing best practices and coordinating adoption activities.
• Work closely with System Solutions teams and the System Program Manager to coordinate dependencies, enable knowledge transfer across teams. Provide technical inputs, status, risks and recommendations.

Tools and Workflow Integration:

• Support the integration of MBSE tools with hardware design, analysis tools, and the broader digital engineering ecosystem.
• Lead tool and environment integrations, execute trade studies, and develop system interface descriptions.
• Explore opportunities to enhance connectivity between MBSE tools and other digital thread solutions.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Support proposal and business development activities through MBSE methodologies.
• Mentor and train junior systems engineers, ensuring the long-term growth of MBSE expertise within System Solutions team.
• Travel up to 15% as needed to support program and collaboration efforts.

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
• Requires proficiency in MBSE tools such as Cameo/MagicDraw/Teamwork Cloud and SysML modeling.

Familiarity or experience with the following tools:

• MagicGrid methodology
• Requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS, Jama, Polarion).
• Modelica systems models (e.g., Dymola, Modelon, or Amesim)
• Syndeia and Ansys ModelCenter.
• Product Lifecycle Management tools (