Senior Manager, Trusted Components R&D

Date Posted: 2026-11-05 Country: United States of America Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-166 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 166 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Top Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 At RTX, the world's 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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Collins Applied Research & Technology seeks a Senior Engineering Manager of Trusted Components R&D to lead a multi-disciplinary department of software, systems, cyber, and firmware engineers working together to deliver next-generation security capabilities in Collins products. As a technology leader, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading a portfolio of engineering activities focused on the security of future air and mission platforms, including communications, autonomous systems, and air vehicles. The candidate will be challenged with developing novel security technology to enhance assurance and trust in Collins products. The person in this role should be self-motivated, serving as a key contributor to strategic planning, business development, and engagement across our customer stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess prior experience in defense platforms, cyber security, and system integrity.  The candidate should be comfortable to collaborate with business partners, defense customers, and government to solve hard problems and deliver new innovations in security cyber physical systems.  What You Will Do As a Senior Engineering Manager of Trusted Components, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of innovative solutions that address critical security challenges. Your responsibilities will include: Leading a team of engineers in the development and rapid prototyping of cutting-edge security technologies Collaborating with business partners to transition new technology innovations into operational practice, incorporating early customer feedback and ensuring alignment with strategic goals Managing the development of common, re-usable security components that enhance the trust and integrity of Collins products across connected ecosystems Recruiting, retaining, and fostering the professional growth of engineering talent across the team Providing strategic input on technology roadmaps, investment opportunities, and product improvements across the Collins Aerospace cybersecurity portfolio Engaging with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and other government research organizations to guide and influence security technology development Supporting pursuit and capture activities for government science and technology programs Traveling up to 10% as needed to fulfill program and customer requirements Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience Experience leading teams conducting engineering and rapid prototype development Expertise in cybersecurity, software design, and/or systems engineering Ability to work onsite and travel up to 10% The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued Top Secret security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Qualifications We Prefer Experience leading technologists in a research and development (R&D) environment Familiarity with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) 6.2 and 6.3 research organizations such as DARPA, AFRL, ONR, NRL, and ARL Experience in developing, integrating, and certifying new security technologies with embedded products What We Offer 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   Eligible for relocation And more!   Learn More & Apply Now!​ Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course, that wouldn’t be possible without the capabilities and technologies of our organization, as well as our engineers – a highly skilled, accomplished network that spans more than 180 sites,