Systems Engineering Manager (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) matching

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Collins Aerospace seeks a Systems Engineering Manager on-site in Marlborough, MA to lead a 10–15 engineer team and safeguard engineering integrity across contracts. You will mentor talent, plan resources, and support proposals.

The role demands leadership, EVMS/IMS expertise, and a STEM degree with extensive experience; U.S. citizenship and security clearance required. Competitive compensation and relocation support provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in Engineering and project-engineering management.
• Experience with EVMS and IMS.
• Leads teams and manages staff development.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-lifecycle systems engineering for communication systems.
• Develop team through training, conduct performance reviews, and manage timecards.
• Support proposals, staffing plans, and program staffing reductions.
• Ensure requirements flow-down, design, development and testing of systems.
• Collaborate with project managers and other engineering professionals.

Skills

Engineering leadership

EVMS

IMS

Team leadership

Communication skills

Proposal support

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Tools

CORE

Six Sigma

Job description

Date Posted

2026-11-05

Country

United States of America

Location

US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA1 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 1

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

Raytheon Company, Managed By Collins Aerospace

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.

The Strategic Communications Team is currently seeking a motivated Systems Engineering Manager who is ready to lead a talented and enthusiastic team of engineering professionals. The Systems Engineering Manager is a senior engineer on site, responsible for the engineering integrity of the systems, equipment and product covered by the contract.

The Section Leader performs management activities and provides leadership for approximately 10-15 engineers supporting various site contracts. These activities include technical development of people, providing and identifying appropriate training for people, employee’s performance reviews, setting goals, mentoring, salary planning, employee recognition and awards, benefits, Overhead and capital planning, EH&S, ethics, recruiting.

As part of Collins Mission Systems, we specialize in developing advanced communication systems, ground and flight computers, sensors, cyber and software solutions, as well as providing integration of Mission Systems. The Systems Engineering department supports a variety of communications systems including Secure Switching Networks, SATCOM, and networking for ground based, ship, submarine, and airborne platforms.

What You Will Do

• Full-Lifecycle Systems engineering experience (or relatable) with Communication systems; Familiarity with the Systems Engineering "V" model and the Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
• Develop the team through career discussions and training; Approve team timecards and Expense Statements
• Be Involved in New Business Initiatives such as the generation of proposal Cost Volumes, Technical Volumes, or Management Volumes; Prior experience in the generation of BOEs and resource planning in anticipation of future contract awards
• Liaison with departmental leaders and other program staff to ensure all systems / sub-systems are appropriately monitored and supported, with necessary changes defined and/or developed to meet user requirements
• Proposal support, coordinating program staffing needs and reductions, and interviewing applicants
• Understand requirements flow-down, design, development and testing of systems
• Collaborate with project managers and other professionals within Engineering

Qualifications You Must Have

• Experience in Engineering and project-engineering management
• Experience developing and operating with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)
• Experience leading teams (Team Lead, IPTL, CPTL, Scrum Master, Product Owner, Program Engineer, Section Manager)
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills, including ability to produce technical documentation, site-wide media / specifications and the desire to learn new technologies and tools
• 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 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Program / project management experience helpful (PM, IPTL, CE)
• Experience with the DOD MILSATCOM customers and mission requirements
• Experience in requirements development, management and IV&V
• BOE Certification or proposal experience
• Experience developing systems in a team-based development environment, preferably Agile/SCRUM
• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering, digital engineering, and digital thread concepts
• Proficiency in CORE and/or Design for Six Sigma

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
• 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!

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.

Employee Referral Eligible

#MISENG

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.