Next Gen Systems Engineer II (Onsite)
RTX (Raytheon)
- Location
- CEDAR RAPIDS, IA
- Employment
- Full Time
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- Posted
- Sep 20, 2026
Skills
About this role
Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-107 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 107

 Position Role Type: Onsite

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The company will offer immigration sponsorship for this position, if needed. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

 Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

 Security Clearance Status: Not Required Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.
What You Will Do
Collaborate with a cross-functional team of systems, software, integration, and test engineers to develop and deliver avionics system solutions. Support development, analysis, and refinement of system requirements and interfaces. Contribute to verification planning and test development to ensure implementations satisfy system requirements. Participate in technical reviews of requirements, design artifacts, and test procedures, while incorporating feedback into your own work. Assist with system integration, troubleshooting, and issue resolution in lab and development environments.
What You Will Learn
How avionics systems are developed across the full engineering lifecycle, from concept and requirements through integration and verification. How to work with system requirements, architecture artifacts, and verification methods used on real aerospace programs. How to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment with mentorship from a dedicated technical “copilot” and other experienced team members. How to apply structured problem solving, technical communication, and engineering rigor in a safety-critical domain.
Qualifications
You Must Have A Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related STEM discipline. Experience with one or more of the following tools/languages is a plus: Python, MATLAB/Simulink, Cameo, or similar engineering tools. Exposure to requirements development, verification, testing, or model-based engineering concepts.
Qualifications
We Prefer Coursework or project experience related to systems engineering, embedded systems, software development, aerospace, or controls. Experience working on team-based technical projects, including design reviews, troubleshooting, or test execution.
What We Offer
Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. Relocation Eligibility Learn More & Apply Now! Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. 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. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, 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. The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when