Senior Systems Engineer (MBSE) (Remote)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

5d•$86,800 - $165,200•Remote

About The Position

The System Solutions team is seeking a Senior Model-Based Systems Engineer to lead the development and implementation of MBSE capabilities. This hands-on technical leadership role independently defines, develops, and deploys MBSE solutions while guiding engineering teams in adopting best practices. The role provides technical leadership, drives MBSE initiatives, and collaborates across disciplines to improve systems engineering processes and enable digital engineering solutions. The position is remote, with expected working hours in CST/EST. The ideal candidate will be near Rockford, Illinois; Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Windsor Locks, Connecticut; or another Collins location. Travel of up to 15% may be required. Remote employees work primarily from home but may travel to a site as needed; onsite presence may be discussed for employees who live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site. Candidates may also be asked to attend selected interview steps in person. RTX is a U.S.-based aerospace and defense company. U.S. citizenship is required because access to certain necessary systems is limited to U.S. citizens. Security clearance is not required.

Requirements

Typically, a STEM degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and at least 3 years of experience.
Proficiency with MBSE tools such as Cameo, MagicDraw, or Teamwork Cloud and with SysML modeling.
Familiarity or experience with MagicGrid methodology.
Familiarity or experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS, Jama, or Polarion.
Familiarity or experience with Modelica systems models and tools such as Dymola, Modelon, or Amesim.
Familiarity or experience with Syndeia and Ansys ModelCenter.
Familiarity or experience with Product Lifecycle Management tools such as Teamcenter, Windchill, Polarion, or GIT.
Demonstrated experience with system development processes, including requirements design, integration, test, and verification.
Experience in aerospace or another highly regulated engineering environment.
Experience working in a configuration-controlled environment, including problem reports and change requests.
Ability to work within Eastern Time Zone core hours and with global teams, including teams in India Standard Time.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work through complex technical issues.
Confidence working autonomously with limited oversight.
Strong communication skills and ability to work with internal teams, external suppliers, and stakeholders.
Practical project management capability, including managing smaller projects, work packages, or technical processes.
Ability to collaborate across teams.
U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge or experience with SysML V2 or KerML.
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines.
Experience with Product Line Engineering approaches and tools.
Knowledge of mechanical or electrical design and analysis tools.
Ability to prepare and present technical concepts, status updates, and risk assessments to stakeholders at all levels.
Understanding of agile and waterfall product development lifecycles.
Experience or interest in Digital Thread and Integrated Digital Environment processes, their creation and use, and related best practices.
Familiarity with digital twin concepts.
Familiarity with Product Line Engineering and applying its concepts to a SysML model.
Familiarity with digital ecosystems and data connectivity through digital threads.
Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Kibana, or Grafana.
Ability to prepare and present status, plans, and risks to management.
OMG Certified Systems Modeling Professional (OCSMP) Model User or Model Builder Fundamental certification.
OMG Object-Oriented Systems Engineering Method (OOSEM) experience.
INCOSE Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP) certification.
MBSE Champions Program or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Define, develop, and execute the MBSE strategy and roadmap for System Solutions.
Develop advanced MBSE capabilities to support adoption across programs and business units.
Architect, develop, and validate MBSE models across the system lifecycle, including stakeholder needs, requirements, behavioral analysis, and structural representations.
Implement and deploy reference architectures, modeling standards, and best practices for consistent MBSE implementation.
Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams, promoting MBSE adoption and continuous improvement.
Coordinate with System Method Representatives and System Discipline Boards, providing technical input and aligning MBSE priorities with systems engineering needs.
Collaborate with external stakeholders, including the Digital Product Lifecycle Technical Advisory Board, on alignment, dependencies, MBSE capabilities, and initiatives.
Guide MBSE adopters across business units, share best practices, and coordinate adoption activities.
Coordinate dependencies and knowledge transfer with System Solutions teams and the System Program Manager; provide technical inputs, status, risks, and recommendations.
Integrate MBSE tools with hardware design, analysis tools, and the broader digital engineering ecosystem.
Lead tool and environment integrations, conduct trade studies, and develop system interface descriptions.
Identify opportunities to improve connectivity between MBSE tools and other digital thread solutions.
Support proposal and business development activities using MBSE methodologies.
Mentor and train junior systems engineers to develop MBSE expertise within the System Solutions team.
Travel up to 15% as needed to support program and collaboration efforts.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
401(k) plan with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Student Loan Repayment Program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional pet, home, auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and identity theft insurance.
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
Ovia Health fertility and family planning benefits.
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.
Flexible spending accounts.
Flexible work schedules.
Paid time off and holidays.
Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs; payments are not guaranteed.