Collins Aerospace
aerospace and defense
DatalinksSystemsEngineer
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“Datalinks Systems Engineer at Collins Aerospace. Skills: systems engineer, datalink communication systems. Learn generation and decomposition of requirements for design and development teams. Participate in the integration and test of new and emerging hardware and software”
Industry & Context.
Travel 1–4 times per year, 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, DoD Clearance: Secret, Active and existing security clearance required after day 1, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Experience in hardware troubleshooting, Experience in the integration of hardware, software, and firmware as a system, Experience in developing, revising, and optimizing test and acceptance procedures, degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field, U. S. citizenship is required, The ability to obtain and maintain a U. S. government issued security clearance is required, Active and existing security clearance required after day 1
Nice to Have
Familiarity with Python, MatLab, and / or C, High level understanding of communication theory, networking, and / or digital processing
What You'll Do.
Learn generation and decomposition of requirements for design and development teams
Participate in the integration and test of new and emerging hardware and software
Collaborate across many engineering disciplines to execute program milestones
Work on bid and proposal support for new business pursuits
standardize hardware and software for datalink systems (comm
or other mission data) such that new and emerging capabilities can be rapidly developed
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate across many engineering disciplines to execute program milestones
Full Job Description
**Date Posted:** 2026-05-14 **Country:** United States of America **Location:** US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-137 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 137 **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 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, an RTX company, 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. We are seeking a **Datalinks Systems Engineer** to join our team in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will work with engineers to collaborate on projects related to small form factor and space datalink communication systems for the Department of Defense. As a systems engineer, you will help to standardize hardware and software for datalink systems (comm, sensor, or other mission data) such that new and emerging capabilities can be rapidly developed, fielded, and integrated. **What You Will Do** • Learn generation and decomposition of requirements for design and development teams • Participate in the integration and test of new and emerging hardware and software • Collaborate
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