Sr. Engineering Manager, Secure System-in-Package R&D (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 132,400 - 251,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) with match

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks a Senior Engineering Manager to lead a 10-14 person engineering team and drive microelectronics R&D. You will oversee project execution, work with customers, and shape technology roadmaps.

The role requires a STEM degree with 10+ years of experience (or an advanced degree with 7+ years), and eligibility for U.S. government security clearance. Travel up to 15% domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree with 10+ years of experience, or an advanced degree with 7+ years.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Proven experience leading high-performing engineering teams.
• Experience with U.S. Government programs, including familiarity with the proposal and capture process.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and full product development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of 10-14 engineers, including hiring and career development.
• Drive R&D in advanced microelectronics technologies and oversee project execution.
• Partner with customers and cross-functional teams to transition technologies into future products.
• Guide technology strategy and IR&D investments and roadmaps.
• Present concepts to customers and stakeholders and ensure manufacturability objectives.

Skills

Team leadership

Systems engineering

Technical leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Tools

DOORS

Jama

Cameo

Job description

Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-121 ~ 350 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 121

Date Posted: 2026-07-14

Country: United States of America

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, we unite 185,000+ professionals to solve complex problems and advance technology. Collins Aerospace, a leader in advanced solutions, aims to create differentiated products and new market opportunities through innovation. We are looking for a Senior Engineering Manager in Cedar Rapids, IA.

What You Will Do

• Lead and develop a team of 10-14 engineers, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and career development.
• Drive research and development in advanced microelectronics technologies, leading innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee the technical execution of R&D projects, ensuring successful delivery of cost, schedule, quality, and manufacturability objectives.
• Partner with customers, program leadership, and cross‑functional teams to transition emerging technologies into future products.
• Guide technology strategy by identifying IR&D investments, supporting externally funded research pursuits, and shaping future technology roadmaps.
• Provide technical leadership in microelectronics, including processor, RF/analog, open systems, and secure microelectronics technologies while presenting concepts to customers and stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships across internal and external organizations, with up to 15% domestic and international travel.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a STEM degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an advanced degree with minimum 7 years in a related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Proven experience leading, coaching, and developing high‑performing engineering teams.
• Demonstrated technical expertise across multiple disciplines with the ability to solve complex challenges and guide system‑level decisions.
• Experience with U.S. Government programs, including familiarity with the proposal and capture process.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and the full product development lifecycle.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate technical, program, and execution risks while making data‑driven decisions.
• Experience managing system requirements using tools such as DOORS, Jama, Cameo.

Qualification We Prefer

• Experience leading programs using Agile development methodologies.
• Familiarity with civil and/or military certification standards (e.g., DO‑254, MIL‑STD‑516) and environmental qualification testing.
• Experience with Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and design tools such as Cameo, Simulink, or Altium.
• Support of successful bid and proposal efforts, including technology capture and funding pursuits.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM), Cost Account Management (CAM), or other program execution and financial management practices.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence customers and cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to thrive in an innovative, fast‑paced environment with evolving requirements and emerging technologies.
• Experience leading or supporting successful bid and proposal efforts that resulted in contract awards or research funding.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student loan repayment program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages: pet, home, auto, additional life, accident, critical illness, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning support
• Adoption assistance
• Autism benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You incentives and wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand and virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program
• And more!

This role is eligible for relocation.

AZ PBA 132,400 USD - 251,600 USD. The salary range 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, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and 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 depend on the business unit and collective‑bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and collective‑bargaining agreement. Payments under these programs are not guaranteed and depend on performance and company results.

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.