Systems Engineer I - Open Systems Solutions (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-11-05 Country: United States of America Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-139 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 139 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: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 Systems Engineer I - Open Systems Solutions (Onsite) Cedar Rapids, IA At RTX, the world 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. Role Description:   The Open Systems Solutions (OSS) Products Team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa is seeking a Systems Engineer I to support development activities for next generation Open System Architecture products. Our organization delivers modular, open standards compliant solutions that enable rapid deployment of mission critical capabilities to the warfighter We are looking for a motivated Systems Engineer who will contribute to requirements development, interface definition, system behavior modeling, and verification/validation of solutions that support today’s multi domain battlespace. This position involves collaborating with cross functional teams to ensure system-level consistency, traceability, and technical quality across hardware, software, and mission focused capabilities. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork in a fast-paced engineering environment This position requires the ability to obtain a US Government Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance after start.   Onsite: This is an onsite role supporting our Cedar Rapids, IA location. Sign-on Bonus Eligible What YOU will do:   Support the development and management of system requirements, including traceability, decomposition, and interface definitions Assist with system architecture activities and participate in design and technical reviews Contribute to modeling, analysis, and documentation of system behavior and performance under guidance from senior engineers Support verification planning, requirement coverage assessments, and testability evaluations Collaborate with software, hardware, and specialty engineering teams to ensure system-level alignment Help investigate technical issues, support problem isolation activities, and participate in trade studies Document system behaviors, requirements compliance, risks, and engineering decisions for review by program leadership Support internal reviews, engineering demonstrations, and customer‑facing discussions as needed Participate in continuous improvement efforts for systems engineering processes, tools, and workflows 10% Travel Required Qualifications You Must Have:  Typically requires a University Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or equivalent experience and less than 2 years prior relevant experience. Foundational understanding of systems engineering principles such as requirements capture, decomposition, interface definition, integration, or verification/validation (through coursework, projects, or internships) Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Government Secret Security Clearance after start U.S. citizenship only (dual citizenship not permitted) is required, as access to information under this program/contract is restricted to individuals with sole U.S. citizenship Qualifications We Prefer: Academic or internship experience with system integration, test planning, execution, or results analysis Familiarity with cryptographic hardware concepts, secure communications technologies, or networked systems Exposure to lab environments, SIL/HIL setups, or classified development/test environments Experience with Model‑Based Systems Engineering tools or languages (SysML, Cameo, Rhapsody) Knowledge of scripting or automation tools (Python, MATLAB, etc.) Experience with Agile processes (Scrum, SAFe) Active and transferable U.S. Government (DoD) Secret Clearance Existing SAP clearance 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 assistance And more!   Learn More & Apply Now! 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