Date Posted:
2026-08-25
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-131 ~ 5450 C Ave NE ~ BLDG 131
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
The company will offer immigration sponsorship for this position, if needed. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.
Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status:
Not Required
As a Sr. Equipment Systems Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of designing and delivering high-performance avionics computing, graphics, and networking equipment. From concept to certification, you’ll ensure our systems are reliable, innovative, and exceed customer expectations. You’ll collaborate with teams, tackle complex challenges, and contribute to projects that redefine the future of aviation.
What You Will Do:
Shape the Future: Craft equipment-level requirements and designs, transforming system-level specifications into innovative, real-world solutions.
Architect Excellence: Design and validate computing, graphics, and network system architectures that seamlessly integrate hardware, software, and cutting-edge technologies.
Lead with Impact: Drive technical efforts, mentor junior engineers, and inspire a culture of innovation and excellence within the team.
Solve Complex Problems: Conduct trade studies, risk assessments, and failure mode analyses to ensure robust, high-performing designs.
Deliver with Precision: Lead the verification and validation of equipment systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards like ARP4754B and DO-178.
Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with software, hardware, test, and manufacturing teams to deliver seamless integration and high-quality outcomes.
Engage with Stakeholders: Interface directly with customers and stakeholders, turning their challenges into solutions that exceed expectations.
Qualifications You Must Have:
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience oran Advanced Degree in a related field
5-8 years of experience in systems engineering, with a strong track record in aerospace or avionics.
Expertise in avionics systems, architectures, and regulatory standards.
Proficiency in Systems Engineering Tools:
Requirements Management: Hands-on experience with DOORS (or similar tools like Jama) for capturing, tracking, and validating requirements throughout the development lifecycle.
Configuration Management: Knowledge of tools like Git, SVN, or ClearCase for managing design data and ensuring version control.
Validation Tools: Experience with tools for automated test case generation, scripting, and test execution (e.g., Python, VectorCAST, or NI LabVIEW).
Proven ability to lead complex projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
A sharp problem-solving mindset, exceptional attention to detail, and a passion for quality and innovation.
Strong understanding of System-on-Chip architecture involving multicore configurations.
Strong communication skills—whether you’re explaining technical details to a customer or inspiring your team, your message lands.
Qualifications We Prefer:
Experience with ARP4754A/B, DO-297, DO-178C, DO-254, and/or DO-160 standards.
Experience with Multicore processor development and certification under AC20-193.
Familiarity with configuration management and version control tools, such as Git and/or Subversion
Experience with Advanced Systems Engineering Tools
Use of AI within the Systems Engineering Design, Test, and Validation development.
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE): Experience with tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler, Enterprise Architect, or Rhapsody to create and manage system models, analyze system behavior, and validate design consistency.
Simulation and Analysis: Familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink or similar tools to perform system-level simulations and trade studies.
Hands-on experience with avionics equipment-level testing and environmental qualification.
Experience with Agile Methodologies:
Agile Frameworks: Practical experience with agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) to manage and deliver systems engineering projects in an iterative, flexible, and transparent manner.
Agile Tools: Familiarity with agile project management tools like JIRA, Trello, or Azure DevOps to manage backlogs, track progress, and facilitate sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in cross-functional agile teams, including software, hardware, and test engineers, to iteratively refine requirements and design solutions.
Continuous Improvement: Focused on driving continuous improvement in processes and outcomes by embracing agile principles like frequent releases, rapid feedback, and adjusting based on customer needs and evolving priorities.
Agile Testing: Experience in test-driven development (TDD), automated testing, and delivering incremental, validated system components as part of the agile process.
What We Offer:
Benefits:
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 may be eligible for relocation.
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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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.
