Systems Engineer II - Military Avionics Graphical Flight Plan Server (FPS) (Onsite)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life insurance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is currently seeking an early career Systems Engineer to join our Graphical Flight Plan Server (FPS) team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The engineer will work with a small team of FPS experts supporting fixed and rotary wing platforms across the department.

You will develop designs and requirements for our platforms, create test procedures, and collaborate with agile teammates while communicating progress on stories. This onsite role offers growth in military avionics software.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in design, requirements development, and verification of software.
• Experience with Python scripting.

Responsibilities

• Develop designs and requirements for fixed and rotary wing platforms as part of FPS team.
• Create test cases and procedures to verify software implementation.
• Collaborate with agile team members on overall design processes.
• Communicate plans and status on assigned stories to the team.
• Coordinate with program-focused teams to support military customer missions.
• Champion knowledge sharing and mentoring within the department.

Skills

Python scripting

Agile development

Software verification

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree (optional)

Tools

Python

ARINC 429

ARINC 661

Ethernet (UDP/TCP)

Flight Management Displays

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-09

Country: United States of America

Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-182 ~ 1100 Cimmie Ave Ne ~ BLDG 182

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.

Collins Aerospace is currently seeking an early career Systems Engineer to join our Graphical Flight Plan Server (FPS) team with our Military Avionics Flight Management Applications department located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The engineer that fills this role will work alongside a small team of FPS subject matter experts that support fixed and rotary wing platforms across the entire department.

Product Summary

CAAS/Flight 2 Flight Management Solutions - Our signature products for Military Avionics and Helicopters as part of the Collins Integrated Avionics Systems, fielded on thousands of aircraft today, at this moment. Specific capabilities include FMS (Flight Management Systems), Performance Application, System Manager, Comm, Flight Director, and Flight Controls. Please see the following links for more details:

• https://www.collinsaerospace.com/what-we-do/industries/helicopters/rotary-wing/common-avionics-architecture-system
• https://www.collinsaerospace.com/what-we-do/industries/military-and-defense/avionics/integrated-cockpit-solutions/flight2

What You Will Do

• You will develop designs and requirements for our fixed and rotary winged platforms as a member of the Graphical Flight Plan Server engineering team.
• You will create test cases and procedures to verify software implantation.
• You will collaborate with your agile team members on the overall design process for your projects.
• You will communicate plans and status on your assigned stories to your agile team members.
• You will coordinate with program focused engineering teams to develop the functionality that our military customers around the world require for their missions.
• You will champion knowledge sharing, elevating department expertise through both formal training and informal mentoring.

What You Will Learn

• You will experience the full software development life cycle, contributing to programs from initial bidding activities through to black label software release.
• You will deepen your expertise in cutting-edge avionic systems, positioning you as a subject matter expert in military software applications.
• You will expand your impact on the field of avionics, contributing to software solutions that increase the operational capabilities of aircraft worldwide.

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.
• Experience in design, requirements development, and verification of deliverable software, ideally within a production or consumer-facing environment.
• Experience with Python scripting.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in developing avionics displays and/or Flight Management Systems (FMS).
• DO-178 or similar certification-based development experience
• Familiarity with ARINC 429 and 661 communication
• Familiarity with Ethernet protocols (UDP, TCP, etc)
• Experience with Graphical Flight Planning and/or Flight Display software
• AGILE development methodology experience.
• Experience with different levels of software testing, from unit-level through system integration.
• Strong foundation in communication skills and team collaboration.

What We Offer

Benefits:

• 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 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!

This role may be eligible for relocation.

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.

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.

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 on 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 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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