Senior Systems Engineer - Fixed Wing Military FMS Product Owner (Onsite)

RTX.com

82k - 164k USD/year

Office

0505 USA, United States

Full Time

Date Posted:

2025-10-01

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Collins Aerospace is on the lookout for a skilled professional to join our Flight Management and Controls department as a Product Owner for our military Fixed Wing programs. These programs include E-2D, C-130, AWACS, HC-144, KC-135, P-3, and others. This position will be onsite in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

As a product owner for FM&C components on Fixed Wing programs, you will collaborate closely with the various platform teams and our customers to outline the project requirements and translate these requirements into a well-structured backlog of stories, coordinating with our agile teams across the department to ensure successful execution. Additionally, you will lead bidding efforts for any modifications or extensions for these programs.

If you're ready to take on a pivotal role in advancing our military Flight Management portfolio, we want to hear from you!

Product Summary:

CAAS/Flight 2 Flight Management Solutions - Our signature products for Military Avionics and Helicopters as part of the Collins Integrated Avionics Systems, fielded on thousands of aircraft today, at this moment. Specific capabilities include FMS (Flight Management Systems), Performance Application, System Manager, Comm, Flight Director, and Flight Controls. Here’s a couple links to more details:

What You Will Do:

You will serve as the primary FM&C liaison to assigned programs, ensuring our flight management systems align perfectly with schedule and requirements.
You will lead the creation and maintenance of a comprehensive story backlog that outlines all necessary tasks, making complex projects manageable and transparent.
You will collaborate across various department agile teams to delegate tasks and track progress, ensuring all objectives are met on time and within budget.
You will oversee all FM&C efforts within assigned Fixed Wing programs
You will drive the department's contributions to bids and proposals, securing our role for years to come.
Up to 10% of travel as needed.

What You Will Learn:

You will master Earned Value Management, enhancing your ability to manage large-scale programs effectively.
You will deepen your expertise in advanced avionics systems, making you a pivotal asset in military avionics.
You will elevate your career by becoming a key player in a high-stakes environment, setting you up for future leadership opportunities within and beyond Collins Aerospace.

Qualifications You Must Have:

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 and minimum 3 years of experience.
Familiarity with agile methodologies and their application in large-scale projects.
Familiarity with Earned Value Management.

Qualifications We Prefer:

Proven experience in project management within the aerospace or defense industry.
Demonstrated ability in leading cross-functional teams effectively.
Strong foundation in communication skills, and team collaboration.

What We Offer:

Benefits:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 

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 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
 And more!

This position may be eligible for relocation.

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

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.

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