Systems Engineer - Datalinks (ONSITE)

RTX (Raytheon); Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, seeks a Datalinks Systems Engineer in Cedar Rapids, IA to standardize hardware and software for datalink systems, enabling rapid development, fielding, and integration for DoD programs.

You will collaborate with engineers across disciplines, perform lifecycle analysis, and support bids while working in a secure, classified environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in hardware troubleshooting.
• Experience integrating hardware, software, and firmware as a system.
• Experience developing, revising, and optimizing test and acceptance procedures.
• Active SECRET clearance prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship required for security clearance.
• Typically requires STEM degree and 2+ years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, and integrate total system concepts from concept to disposal.
• Support system lifecycle activities: architecture, requirements, verification, and certification.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet key program milestones.
• Contribute to bids and proposals with technical strategy and solutions.
• Perform duties in a classified lab environment daily.

Skills

HW/SW/FW integration

Hardware troubleshooting

Test procedures

Education

STEM degree with 2+ years experience

Tools

DOORS

CAMEO

Rust

Python

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-13

Country: United States of America

Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-137 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 137

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: Secret - Current

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

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, 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 Datalinks Systems Engineer to join our team in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will work with engineers to collaborate on projects related to small form factor and space datalink communication systems for the Department of Defense. As a Systems Engineer, you will help to standardize hardware and software for datalink systems (comm, sensor, or other mission data) such that new and emerging capabilities can be rapidly developed, fielded, and integrated.

What You Will Do

• Perform analysis, architecture and design at all levels of the total system product including concept, design, fabrication, modeling, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal
• Contribute to all phases of the systems engineering lifecycle, including trade studies, system architecture, requirements definition and allocation, traceability, integration, verification, qualification, and certification
• Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure successful execution of key program milestones
• Provide systems engineering support to bids and proposals, contributing to technical strategy and solution development
• Perform daily tasks in a classified and controlled lab environment

Qualifications You Must Have

• Experience in hardware troubleshooting
• Experience in the integration of hardware, software, and firmware as a system
• Experience in developing, revising, and optimizing test and acceptance procedures
• Active and transferable SECRET clearance is required prior to start date
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field

Qualifications We Prefer

• Familiarity with the Scaled Agile framework
• Exceptionally strong communication skills, experience presenting technical data to program management and executive leadership
• Familiarity with Communication Systems architecture/design, Network Encryption specifications and test methodologies
• Experience with tools such as DOORS, CAMEO or similar, Software Languages such as Rust and Python
• Experience with the systems development process, including requirements capture, design, decomposition, integration, and verification/validation, and transition to production

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 illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Carrot Health to hormonal health, fertility, and family planning
• 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
• This position is eligible for relocation assistance
• And more!

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions - whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you'll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.