Date Posted:

2025-09-15

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

We’re looking for a Senior Project Engineer to join our Communications Systems team in Cedar Rapids, IA—home to some of the most advanced technology in the industry. Our software group develops innovative solutions that keep military members safe, connected, and informed, working with the latest in embedded software development.

In this role, you’ll help lead the development of cutting-edge communications systems for UAVs, fighter jets, aircraft carriers, and ground vehicles. Think advanced satellite communications, cryptography, and high-performance embedded computing—building secure, high-speed networks that deliver low latency and high throughput when it matters most.

If this excites you and sparks your interest, join us to make an impact where it truly matters.

What You Will Do

Work closely with a dedicated team of software engineers to manage work scope across multiple programsWork with Integrated Product Team Leads Leads/Program Managers to ensure requirements are defined and understood, risks/opportunities are managed, and schedules/budgets are metManage and administer engineering DevSecOps tool suites and licensing for the department (Atlassian, Artifactory)Assist and maintain DevSecOps application upgradesWork under limited supervision while exercising responsibility in choosing and meeting the technical, financial, and schedule targets of projectsPerform Control Account Management (CAM) activitiesCreate and contribute to bid and proposal efforts

Qualifications You Must Have  

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or a STEM related degree or equivalent experience and 5 years of prior experience. Or an advanced degree and 3 years of prior experienceDemonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments.Experience serving as a Scrum Master or Product Owner on software or engineering projects.Proficiency in administering Atlassian tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) for project tracking and workflow management.Hands-on experience with Control Account Management (CAM) processes and reporting.Experience contributing to or leading bid and proposal efforts for technical projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

Experience in Linux administrationActive Secret security clearanceExperience with Microsoft ProjectFamiliarity with the Scaled Agile frameworkStrong verbal and written communication skills, with proven experience collaborating across cross-functional teams.

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 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!  

Relocation Eligibility

Eligible for relocation

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, you’ll 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 consider the following role type definitions as you apply for 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.

Employee Referral Eligible

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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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