Date Posted:
2025-09-19Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
HTX36: Richardson, TX 3200 E Renner Rd  , Richardson, TX, 75082-2402 USAPosition Role Type:
OnsiteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: 
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.  U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceSecurity Clearance: 
Secret - CurrentAre you looking to make a meaningful, positive impact while advancing your career? 
Embark on a journey where your expertise in systems engineering will help shape the future of aerospace technology. At Collins Aerospace, were not just designing systems; were crafting the backbone of mission-critical systems and safeguarding the lives of those who protect us. As our next Senior Systems Engineer based in Richardson, TX or Cedar Rapids, IA, youll immerse yourself in developing system designs and validating these multiple domain Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) mission systems solutions used on the aircraft and ground stations being developed for our military customers. Primary responsibility will be focusing on customer needs and requirements in order to design, develop, and analyze both hardware and software systems, ranging from black box to the complex end-to-end platform systems. 
What YOU will do:  
Capture, analyze, decompose, and trace System requirements  
Design, develop, and model systems and sub-systems 
Develop and verify test procedures at the system and sub-system levels  
Plan project level work and meet schedule, cost, and performance goals
Manage program technical risks by evaluating requirements and design aspects 
Interact with a cross-functional team of (including, but not limited to) Engineers, Engineering leaders, Program Managers, Business Developers, Finance, Quality, and Production  
Represent Systems engineering team at internal and external stakeholder meetings  
Travel occasionally (<10) to support program requirements  
What YOU will learn: 
You will learn the Collins Aerospace solutions developed for military platforms 
You will learn to apply Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles to cutting edge solution for emerging technologies  
Qualifications YOU must have: 
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date 
2 Experience developing, decomposing, and deriving system/sub-system requirements
Experience with Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools  
2 Experience in system/sub-system design definition  
Qualifications We prefer: 
Exposure to VLF, LF, HF, V/UHF, and/or MILSATCOM
Knowledge of SysML implementation via Cameo/MagicDraw/Rhapsody  
Worked with requirements in DOORS
Understanding of Agile development  
Exposure to Earned Value Management (EVM)  
Experience in communication with external stakeholders  
Experience in bids, proposals, and pursuits   
Understanding of peer review, configuration, and change management processes  
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 
May be eligible for Relocation
And more!  
Learn More & Apply Now!
Mission Systems: 
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.
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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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