Systems Engineer II - Integrated Flight Engineering (ONSITE)

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life insurance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Systems Engineer II to join a team designing, developing, and testing software features for flight management systems integrated into business and regional jets.

The role emphasizes growth in Systems Engineering, collaboration, and delivering high-quality products to customers. Onsite work is required, with opportunities to contribute across the flight tech stack and pursue professional development within a leading aerospace company.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• 2+ years of experience with C, C++, DOORS, ADA, and/or Python.
• 2+ years of experience in a Systems role.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software features for flight management systems integrated into business and regional jets.
• Grow knowledge of Systems Engineering and Flight Management Systems.
• Collaborate to deliver quality, timely products to internal and external customers.

Skills

C/C++

Python

DOORS/ADA

Systems engineering

Education

STEM degree

Job description

Location

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-112 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 112

Date Posted

2026-10-26

Country

United States of America

Location

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-112 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 112

Position Role Type

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements

The company will offer immigration sponsorship for this position, if needed. The company will seek an export authorization for this role, if required. RTX must be able to obtain and maintain the U.S. export authorization.

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.

The Integrated Flight team is looking for a Systems Engineer II to work within a team of Systems and Software engineers to design, develop, and test software features for flight management systems that are integrated into business and regional jets.

This is an onsite position in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

What You Will Do

• Work within a team of Systems and Software engineers to design, develop, and test software features for flight management systems that are integrated into business and regional jets.
• Grow knowledge of Systems Engineering and Flight Management Systems.
• Integrate soft skills (leadership, communication, coordination, proactiveness) into a dynamic environment that provides quality and timely products to internal and external customers.

Qualifications You Must Have

• 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
• 2+ years of experience with C, C++, DOORS, ADA, and/or Python.
• 2+ years of experience in a Systems role.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Industry Experience of Software Lifecycle Development (Design, Requirements, Integration, Test).
• Pilot/Avionics Experience (i.e. Private Pilot, Aircraft Maintenance, DO-178 Certification).

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 building
• 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
• 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.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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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