Senior Systems Engineer – Display Technologies; Onsite

At Collins Aerospace, we’re pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in commercial and military avionics. The Display Products organization is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer who thrives at the intersection of technology leadership, innovation, and real‑world impact. If you’re energized by solving complex engineering challenges and driving next‑generation display solutions, this is the place to do it.

• Lead engineering efforts for small to mid‑sized display programs, driving cost, schedule, and technical execution to successful outcomes.
• Guide and influence multi‑disciplinary teams while ensuring alignment with customer and internal engineering requirements.
• Champion design quality and compliance with Collins’ engineering processes, regulatory standards, and program plans.
• Engage deeply in display product design, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure technical excellence and product performance.

• Expertise in flight‑deck display development, certification processes, and the technologies that enable modern cockpit experiences.
• Broadened leadership capabilities through cross‑functional program ownership and supplier interactions.
• Strategic‑level engineering skills, enabling you to help mature and integrate next‑generation technologies into future platforms.

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Proven technical experience in aerospace product development and small project management.
• Working knowledge of avionics regulations and certification standards including TSO, DO 160, DO 254, and DO 178B/C.

• Optical or display engineering background, enabling strong technical decision‑making in display system design.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills capable of influencing across engineering groups and senior leadership levels.

Location:

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States. Salary range: 86,800

USD – 165,200

USD.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and lifetime income strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverage for pet, home, and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness, and group legal and  protection.
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
• Family health and fertility benefits including Ovia Health.
• Employee assistance plan with counseling sessions.
• Health incentives and wellness rewards program.
• Virtual medical services via Doctor on Demand and Teladoc.
• Child and elder care services through Bright Horizons.

RTM 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, veteran status, or any other protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with applicable federal law.