Systems Lead for Digital Product Development (Hybrid)
Collins Aerospace, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
Date Posted:
2026-02-11
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-NC-CHARLOTTE-2730 ~ 2730 W Tyvola Rd ~ TYVOLA
Position Role Type:
Hybrid
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.
Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status:
Not Required
Join our Digital Technology team as a
Systems Engineering Leader
and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of engineering at Collins Aerospace! We’re looking for a dynamic, customer-focused innovator to help us reduce complexity, modernize our tools portfolio, and deliver intelligent solutions that drive engineering excellence.
In this impactful role, you will lead the charge in driving cross-functional solutions, fostering innovation, and establishing standardization to elevate the Systems Engineering discipline. This is your opportunity to tackle complex challenges, shape the tool ecosystem, and balance the pursuit of next-generation capabilities with the critical need to meet compliance, regulatory standards, and RTX enterprise imperatives.
This is a hybrid role at one of Collins Major sites**
What YOU will do:
Collaborate with internal customers, DT subject matter experts, and cross-functional teams to define, test, and implement new or upgraded applications.
Enable data migrations between applications/systems and contribute to enterprise-level goals targeting common applications across the organization.
Lead the implementation, integration, and optimization of a Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) toolchain including a Test Management Solution.
Provide technical expertise, guidance and mentor employees in the Systems Engineering Discipline including MBSE and digital thread technologies.
Serve as a leader and role model working within an Agile Release Train (ART) on the implementation, integration, and optimization of digital solutions.
Interact with end customers by providing demonstrations or engaging on technical issues requiring subject matter expertise and driving issues to closure.
Collaborate with other Digital Technology teams and software vendors to define service and application roadmaps supporting OneCollins.
Bring a continuous improvement and growth mindset to drive iterative improvements to our deliveries and team execution.
Champion industry standards & best practices of systems engineering.
Ensure compliance with quality, Security, Global Trade Policies and RTX cybersecurity policies.
What YOU will learn:
Bleeding edge digital engineering industry trends, including the latest in digital threads, digital twins, integrated digital environments, model-based enterprises, DevSecOps, Test Management and more.
The breadth of engineering products, programs and tooling needs across Collins Aerospace’s expansive portfolio.
Advancements in data science, data analytics, AI/ML, business intelligence, and the increasing importance of data management & visualization.
Qualifications YOU Must Have:
Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. RTX will not offer sponsorship for this position (U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder).
Proven success leveraging systems engineering principles to solve complex, multi-domain problems and deliver solutions.
Strong understanding of the entire cradle-to-grave lifecycle of a product specifically with experience in Integration, Test, or Verification phases.
Experience with systems engineering tools (e.g., DOORS, Cameo, TeamWork Cloud, Matlab, Polarion, JAMA, TestRail, TestForward) and standards (e.g., INCOSE, ISO 15288).
Experience with Agile/SAFe implementation in an engineering context.
Strong understanding of digital engineering implementations across the lifecycle.
Experience delivering products/systems within highly regulated industries (e.g., aerospace, automotive, defense).
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!
Learn More & Apply Now!
Do you want to be part of a new, exciting initiative to combine foundational IT with new digital technologies? Our Digital Technology team is driving business efficiencies and a better customer experience by connecting technologies, people, information and processes. From making aircraft more electric, intelligent and integrated to building new software platforms such as Internet of Things, big data, artificial intelligence, and blockchain, there’s no better place to be right now than in digital. If you’re an agile thinker who enjoys utilizing modern technology to make big improvements, then you’re a perfect fit for this team. Join Collins Aerospace to help us revolutionize the aerospace industry today!
WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.
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.
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.
Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms
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2026-02-11
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-NC-CHARLOTTE-2730 ~ 2730 W Tyvola Rd ~ TYVOLA
Position Role Type:
Hybrid
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.
Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status:
Not Required
Join our Digital Technology team as a
Systems Engineering Leader
and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of engineering at Collins Aerospace! We’re looking for a dynamic, customer-focused innovator to help us reduce complexity, modernize our tools portfolio, and deliver intelligent solutions that drive engineering excellence.
In this impactful role, you will lead the charge in driving cross-functional solutions, fostering innovation, and establishing standardization to elevate the Systems Engineering discipline. This is your opportunity to tackle complex challenges, shape the tool ecosystem, and balance the pursuit of next-generation capabilities with the critical need to meet compliance, regulatory standards, and RTX enterprise imperatives.
This is a hybrid role at one of Collins Major sites**
What YOU will do:
Collaborate with internal customers, DT subject matter experts, and cross-functional teams to define, test, and implement new or upgraded applications.
Enable data migrations between applications/systems and contribute to enterprise-level goals targeting common applications across the organization.
Lead the implementation, integration, and optimization of a Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) toolchain including a Test Management Solution.
Provide technical expertise, guidance and mentor employees in the Systems Engineering Discipline including MBSE and digital thread technologies.
Serve as a leader and role model working within an Agile Release Train (ART) on the implementation, integration, and optimization of digital solutions.
Interact with end customers by providing demonstrations or engaging on technical issues requiring subject matter expertise and driving issues to closure.
Collaborate with other Digital Technology teams and software vendors to define service and application roadmaps supporting OneCollins.
Bring a continuous improvement and growth mindset to drive iterative improvements to our deliveries and team execution.
Champion industry standards & best practices of systems engineering.
Ensure compliance with quality, Security, Global Trade Policies and RTX cybersecurity policies.
What YOU will learn:
Bleeding edge digital engineering industry trends, including the latest in digital threads, digital twins, integrated digital environments, model-based enterprises, DevSecOps, Test Management and more.
The breadth of engineering products, programs and tooling needs across Collins Aerospace’s expansive portfolio.
Advancements in data science, data analytics, AI/ML, business intelligence, and the increasing importance of data management & visualization.
Qualifications YOU Must Have:
Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. RTX will not offer sponsorship for this position (U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder).
Proven success leveraging systems engineering principles to solve complex, multi-domain problems and deliver solutions.
Strong understanding of the entire cradle-to-grave lifecycle of a product specifically with experience in Integration, Test, or Verification phases.
Experience with systems engineering tools (e.g., DOORS, Cameo, TeamWork Cloud, Matlab, Polarion, JAMA, TestRail, TestForward) and standards (e.g., INCOSE, ISO 15288).
Experience with Agile/SAFe implementation in an engineering context.
Strong understanding of digital engineering implementations across the lifecycle.
Experience delivering products/systems within highly regulated industries (e.g., aerospace, automotive, defense).
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!
Learn More & Apply Now!
Do you want to be part of a new, exciting initiative to combine foundational IT with new digital technologies? Our Digital Technology team is driving business efficiencies and a better customer experience by connecting technologies, people, information and processes. From making aircraft more electric, intelligent and integrated to building new software platforms such as Internet of Things, big data, artificial intelligence, and blockchain, there’s no better place to be right now than in digital. If you’re an agile thinker who enjoys utilizing modern technology to make big improvements, then you’re a perfect fit for this team. Join Collins Aerospace to help us revolutionize the aerospace industry today!
WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.
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.
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.
Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms
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