Senior Systems Engineer – Boeing Platforms (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-07-17 Country: United States of America Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-131 ~ 5450 C Ave NE ~ BLDG 131 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62 Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required 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. The Boeing Platforms engineering department is seeking a highly capable Senior Systems Engineer to develop avionics flight display systems for air transport platforms. Our teams deliver advanced, safety‑critical systems that improve flight efficiency, enhance situational awareness, and enable connected aircraft operations worldwide. This role is ideal for a systems engineer with solid hardware or hardware‑focused subsystem experience who wants to take technical ownership across the full system development lifecycle - from architecture and requirements through integration, verification, and certification. What You Will Do: Develop and decompose system‑level requirements into subsystem and hardware requirements for flight display products. Support system and subsystem architecture definition, interface control development, and technical trades across The Boeing Platforms Department product lines. Collaborate closely with hardware, software, FPGA, systems integration, safety and project engineering teams. Contribute to integration of display system hardware and subsystem elements in system labs. Support verification planning, test development, and execution to meet ARP4754A objectives, and Collins Aerospace engineering standards.  Participate in design reviews, risk/issue discussions, and IPT technical coordination Prepare and communicate clear technical documentation and engineering artifacts. Drive continuous improvement in systems engineering practices aligned to Collins CORE and The Boeing Platforms Department development processes. 10-15% travel as needed. 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. Minimum of 5 years of hardware development experience, OR 5 years of experience developing subsystem components (hardware architecture, hardware-software interface, requirements, integration, and verification). Qualifications We Prefer: Experience with FAA/EASA certification processes and industry standards such as ARP4754A, DO‑254, DO-160, or similar. Ability to collaborate effectively across functional teams in a fast‑paced, highly regulated domain. Experience with Collins flight displays or Boeing Platforms architectures. Background in system integration labs, hardware–software interface definition, or aircraft connectivity systems. Experience with requirements management tools (DOORS, Jama). Strong analytical skills and demonstrated ability to lead system-level tasks or navigate complex technical issues. Experience with Collins production and manufacturing operations. 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 role may be eligible for relocation. 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, 24 countries and 6 Strategic Business Units (SBUs). Our industry-leading experts are setting the standards for the aerospace industry and paving the way for the future. But as new challenges present themselves, we need fresh, creative and motivated minds to overcome these hurdles, help us break barriers and achieve new levels of innovation. Do you have wha