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Senior Principal Systems Engineer Datalinks

RTX


Job Location:

Cedar Rapids, IA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 132400 - 251600
Posted: 4 September 2026 (18 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 2 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-Th St NE BLDG 137

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

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 looking for a Senior Principal Systems Engineer - Datalinks to join our team in Cedar Rapids IA. This engineer will be asked to contribute to a variety of components including but not limited to: datalink/communications Position and Time sensors Navigation Algorithms Modeling Antennas etc. The possible activities may span the entirety of Engineering Development Lifecycle including Design Requirements Validation & Verification and Integration. A large portion of the day will be spent in the lab with hands-on the full array of Precision Landing- enabling functionalities the team is responsible for architecting designing and developing systems and producing products that serve the Land Sea and Airborne domains. Datalinks Airborne computing data processing and GPS Sensor Systems are just some of the sub-products that make up the product line.

What You Will Do
Participate in multi-discipline engineering team and provide system interface engineering disciplines including platform hardware software firmware mechanical reliability/maintainability safety test equipment environmental effects (EMI/EMC engineering ESD Radiation and Dynamics) producibility and manufacturing
Lead a Systems team as a Technical Project Manager (TPM) guiding them through decisions and interfacing with Program Management (PM) and Leadership
Be a Cost Account Management for various engineering integration and qualification activities
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

Qualifications You Must Have
Experience coordinating cross functional engineering activities and drives execution of project plans consistently delivering assigned system engineering work packages on time and within budget
Have managed integration and verification planning across teams achieving on time completion of key engineering milestones and ensuring readiness of test artifacts prior to event start
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
Experience with Software Defined Radios including the Software Communications Architecture (SCA) and waveforms
Familiarity with Communication Systems architecture/designNetwork Encryption specifications and test methodologies
Experience using configuration control tools (e.g. Subversion) defect tracking tools (e.g. Jira) requirements management (e.g. Jama DOORS) and proficient in the use of MS Office products
Experience leading others in thinking through a logical in-depth analysis of a problem or situation
Exceptionally strong communication skills experience presenting technical data to program management and executive leadership

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 insurancecritical 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!

Learn More & Apply Now!

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 youll 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.

*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 thats redefining aerospace every day.

Employee Referral Eligible

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As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 132400 USD - 251600 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 candidates 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 companys 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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