Principal Battlespace Cybersecurity Researcher; Onsite

Job Overview

We are seeking experienced Cyber Engineers with expertise in embedded systems and communications platforms to join our Applied Research & Technology team. In this role, you will lead cutting‑edge cybersecurity research, develop innovative security solutions for next‑generation connected platforms, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex technical challenges.

Cedar Rapids, IA, USA. Onsite location.

• Lead technical and strategic management of novel research and development projects in cyber-physical security.
• Participate in and lead multi-disciplinary teams of hardware, software, communications, and systems engineers to develop, integrate, and evaluate new cybersecurity technologies.
• Perform advanced technology demonstrations delivering early customer engagement, innovation, and business impact.
• Participate in technical proposal preparation and the execution of government-sponsored science and technology research.
• Cultivate strong partnerships with technology stakeholders across Collins business and customers to ensure collaboration and strategic alignment.
• Be willing and able to travel up to 10% of the time.

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Experience leading technical research and development projects from concept through technology demonstration.
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, embedded systems, cyber-physical systems, or related engineering disciplines.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance. U.S. citizenship required. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Active U.S. Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance (SCI eligibility preferred).
• Hands‑on experience with FPGA development, embedded systems, or cyber-physical platforms.
• Experience designing, developing, or securing software applications using modern software development practices.
• Ability to communicate and present to all levels of the organization.
• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or other mission-critical industries.

• Active U.S. Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance (SCI eligibility preferred).
• Hands‑on experience with FPGA development, embedded systems, or cyber-physical platforms.

• Salary range: $107,500 USD - $204,500 USD.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with 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 (pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal,  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 and wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.
• Relocation assistance.

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.