Sr. Principal Systems Engineer - Air Traffic Solutions (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Collins Aerospace seeks a Senior Cloud Technology Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain large-scale cloud systems for government customers. You will lead cloud modernization, ensure security and compliance, and mentor junior engineers in a high‑reliability environment.

Ideal candidates have extensive cloud engineering experience, familiarity with AWS/Azure/GCP, and a proven ability to deliver fault-tolerant architectures within regulated domains like FAA/ATC.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM and 10+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 7+ years.
• 8+ years in cloud or systems engineering.
• Hands-on with large-scale government systems, FAA/ATC preferred.
• Expertise with AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Docker, Kubernetes containerization, orchestration and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure for high‑availability government systems.
• Lead cloud modernization initiatives, including migration of legacy systems to modern cloud platforms.
• Ensure systems meet stringent government security, regulatory, and performance requirements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering, security, and program teams to deliver resilient and compliant cloud solutions.
• Develop automation, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure‑as‑code solutions to support scalable deployments.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues across distributed cloud environments.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to junior engineers.
• Support program reviews, design sessions, and technical documentation for government stakeholders.

Skills

Cloud engineering

Large-scale systems

ATC/aviation domain knowledge

Security/compliance frameworks

CI/CD automation

Education

STEM degree + 10+ years experience

Advanced degree + 7+ years

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

CloudFormation

ARM

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-21

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA3 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 3

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

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.

We are seeking a Senior Cloud Technology Engineer with extensive experience designing, deploying, and maintaining large‑scale, mission‑critical systems for government customers. Ideal candidates will have a background supporting Air Traffic Control (ATC) or other aviation‑related domains where reliability, security, and compliance are essential.

What You Will Do:

• Architect, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure for high‑availability government systems.
• Lead cloud modernization initiatives, including migration of legacy systems to modern cloud platforms.
• Ensure systems meet stringent government security, regulatory, and performance requirements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering, security, and program teams to deliver resilient and compliant cloud solutions.
• Develop automation, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure‑as‑code solutions to support scalable deployments.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues across distributed cloud environments.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to junior engineers.
• Support program reviews, design sessions, and technical documentation for government stakeholders.

Qualifications You Must Have

• 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
• 8+ years of experience in cloud engineering or systems engineering.
• Hands‑on experience with large‑scale government systems, preferably within FAA or other ATC‑related programs.
• Expertise with one or more major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong knowledge of containerization, orchestration, and microservices (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience implementing infrastructure‑as‑code (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM).
• Proven ability to design highly available, fault‑tolerant cloud architectures.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience working directly in Air Traffic Control or aviation technology domains.
• Knowledge of NAS systems, FAA programs, or similar mission‑critical environments.
• Familiarity with real‑time and safety‑critical systems.
• Deep understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards applicable to government systems (FedRAMP, NIST).
• Certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or similar.

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 illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption AssistanceAutism 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!

Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role:

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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.

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