Date Posted:

2026-07-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-121 ~ 350 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 121

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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 looking for a Senior Engineering Manager to join our team in Cedar Rapids, IA. Our goal is to create technologies that allow Collins to differentiate our products from the competitors’ and create new market opportunities through innovation.  That means we need to take risks that, if successful, could lead to large rewards. We’re creating state-of-the-art microelectronics, including: secure system in package processors, open architecture systems, and multifunction reconfigurable RF equipment for communication, radar, and electronic warfare.

What You Will Do

• Lead and develop a team of 10-14 engineers, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and career development.

• Drive research and development in advanced microelectronics technologies, leading innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Oversee the technical execution of R&D projects, ensuring successful delivery of cost, schedule, quality, and manufacturability objectives.

• Partner with customers, program leadership, and cross-functional teams across Collins and RTX to transition emerging technologies into future products.

• Guide technology strategy by identifying IR&D investments, supporting externally funded research pursuits, and shaping future technology roadmaps.

• Provide technical leadership in microelectronics, including processor, RF/analog, open systems, and secure microelectronics technologies while presenting concepts to customers and stakeholders.

• Build strong relationships across internal and external organizations, with up to 15% domestic and international travel.

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

• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required 

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance 

• Proven experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing engineering teams.

• Demonstrated technical expertise across multiple engineering disciplines with the ability to solve complex technical challenges and guide system-level decisions.

• Experience with U.S. Government programs, including familiarity with the proposal and capture process.

• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and the full product development lifecycle.

• Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate technical, program, and execution risks while making data-driven decisions.

• Demonstrated experience capturing and managing system requirements using tools such as DOORS, Jama, Cameo.

Qualification We Prefer

• Experience leading programs using Agile development methodologies.

• Familiarity with civil and/or military certification standards (e.g., DO-254, MIL-STD-516) and environmental qualification testing.

• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and design tools such as Cameo, Simulink, or Altium.

• Experience supporting successful bid and proposal efforts, including technology capture and funding pursuits.

• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM), Cost Account Management (CAM), or other program execution and financial management practices.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence customers and cross-functional teams.

• Ability to thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment with evolving requirements and emerging technologies.

•  Experience leading or supporting successful bid and proposal efforts that resulted in contract awards or research funding.

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 

• 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

• 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 is eligible for relocation

Learn More & Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course, that wouldn’t be possible without the capabilities and technologies of our organization, as well as our engineers – a highly skilled, accomplished network that spans more than 180 sites, 24 countries and 6 Strategic Business Units (SBUs). Our industry-leading experts are setting the standards for the aerospace industry and paving the way for the future. But as new challenges present themselves, we need fresh, creative and motivated minds to overcome these hurdles, help us break barriers and achieve new levels of innovation.Do you have what it takes to join a global organization that doesn’t shy away from big opportunities? If so, we invite you to join our ranks and create the next generation of aerospace technologies.

Together, we will nurture an engineering culture that values intellectual curiosity, risk takers and integrity. A place where we will challenge ourselves, our teams, and the status quo and where we will

*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.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

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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