Principal Systems Engineer - Air Combat Training; Onsite

Principal Systems Engineer – Air Combat Training (Onsite)

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Location:

Cedar Rapids, IA  USA | Date Posted:  | Position:
Onsite. U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a U.S. government‑issued DoD Secret clearance are required.

The Air Combat Test & Training (ACTT) Department within Mission Systems enhances training capability and realism for U.S. warfighters and international partners. Our engineering team develops state‑of‑the‑art cryptographic, datalink, networking, and command‑and‑control systems that support threat and weapon simulations, allowing pilots to practice combat maneuvers without live weapons.

• Serve as the creator and keeper of system development plans, processes, and technical vision throughout the system development lifecycle.
• Lead the team in creating and maintaining system designs, technical performance measures, interface definitions, requirements, analyses, trade studies, and other documentation in an agile environment.
• Present technical solutions, progress, and findings to leadership and customers during design reviews and technical meetings.
• Build strong relationships and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary team members, engineering leadership, program management, and customers.
• Plan, manage, and communicate project cost, schedule, and risk.
• Travel a few times per year.

• Typically requires a STEM degree and a minimum of 8 years relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 5 years experience; or, in the absence of a degree, 12 years relevant experience.
• Must have or be able to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret or above security clearance.
• Experience with the systems development process, including requirements, design, integration, test, and documentation of systems, subsystems, or software.
• Experience making decisions that impact cost, schedule, and technical performance.

• Working knowledge of military networking, communication, navigation, cybersecurity, or encryption systems or avionics data buses.
• Experience with the manufacturing and production of complex avionics.
• Background as a Control Account Manager (CAM) using earned value management.
• Experience developing cost estimates to support bids and pursuits.
• Outstanding communication, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience working in a Scaled Agile environment using Jira tracking.
• Familiarity with U.S. export regulations: ITAR and EAR.
• Proficient working with requirements in DOORS.
• Experience with Model‑Based Design (MBD/MBSE) tools such as Cameo, Simulink, or SysML.
• Currently hold a security clearance or have held one within the past two years.

Cedar Rapids – a vibrant, affordable community with a strong arts and outdoor scene, excellent schools, and a 10% lower cost of living than the national average.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional additional coverages: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, life & accident insurance, critical illness, legal,  protection.
• Parental leave benefits and adoption assistance.
• Autism benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You incentives, wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand and virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program.
• Eligible for relocation assistance.
• And more!

Salary Range: 107,500 USD – 204,500 USD.

We encourage you to apply promptly as the application window is expected to close about 40 days after posting. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual incentive programs based on level and collective‑bargaining agreements.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in‑person at one of our office locations, regardless of the role’s in‑site, hybrid or remote designation.

RTX (C) 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.

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