Systems Engineer II - Infrastructure (Onsite)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

5d•$68,900 - $131,100•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Are you looking to make a meaningful, positive impact while advancing your career? We are seeking a Systems Engineer II to work onsite in Richardson, TX or Cedar Rapids, IA. Embark on a journey where your expertise in systems engineering will help shape the future of aerospace technology. At Collins Aerospace, we're not just designing systems; we're crafting the backbone of mission systems and safeguarding the lives of those who protect us. As our next Systems Engineer II and as a member of Strategic Defense Solutions (SDS), you'll immerse yourself in the intricacies of Strategic Nuclear Deterrence, bringing your acumen to the forefront of innovation and ensuring the efficacy and security of systems that are vital to national defense. As a Systems Engineer II on our team, we will equip you with the opportunities and resources necessary to develop your expertise in the systems engineering lifecycle. You will have the opportunity to learn from top professionals in the communications and nuclear deterrence sectors at Collins Aerospace. This role will be part of a geographically distributed team responsible for systems and cybersecurity engineering tasks associated with our next-generation network, compute, and storage technologies, guiding products from a low Technology Readiness Level (TRL) to program-of-record accreditation and into factory production. No need to be an established subject matter expert, we are looking for talented individuals that love to solve problems and have a desire to grow and gain exposure to new skills. Our customers come from all different backgrounds, and so do our employees. If you're passionate about what you could accomplish here, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Requirements

Experience in designing and developing distributed computing environments utilizing industry-standard protocols and communication standards, including general-purpose processing, switching, and local area networks (LANs).
Experience in systems engineering to include capturing customer requirements, operations concept development, or deriving and tracing system and sub-system requirements.
Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering concepts and tools such as Magic Draw Cameo, Enterprise Architect, or similar resources using SysML.
Experience working in an Agile or DevOps development environment and being part of highly integrated Agile teams working closely with multiple engineering development teams (SW, HW, Cyber, Sys).
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued secret clearance is required.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Current/Active US security clearance.
Experience with MIL-STD hardened environments, ensuring compliance with military specifications for ruggedness, durability, and security.
Recent and relevant experience with the systems engineering lifecycle, including requirements capture, decomposition, system design, integration, verification, and validation.
Demonstrated understanding of fundamental systems engineering deliverables, such as requirements specifications, interface control documents, and verification matrices.
Experience defining system requirements and collaborating with software and hardware teams to ensure successful integration, performance, and alignment with overall system architecture.

Responsibilities

Work closely with a highly motivated and dedicated team of professionals and other internal/external stakeholders while executing model based systems engineering development activities for strategic programs.
Participate in the systems development lifecycle, developing typical systems artifacts that include trade studies, system design, requirements definition, requirements allocation, requirement traceability, ICD creation, systems integration, verification testing and qualification.
Participate in Agile team ceremonies, Agile sprint reviews, user story refinement and end of sprint product demos.
Provide direct support to stakeholders by addressing technical questions, troubleshooting issues, and offering solutions to ensure smooth project execution and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

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 Program, 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
Relocation assistance