Systems Engineer - Secure Systems

Date Posted:2026-06-24 Country:United States of America Location:US-IN-FT WAYNE-150A ~ 1010 Production Rd ~ BLDG 150A Position Role Type:Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​ Security Clearance Type: Secret - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.The Secure Subsystems Department is responsible for the design, test, and certification of cross-domain technologies and cryptographic products that equip our warfighters to thrive in today’s multi-domain battlespace. Our department collaborates with portfolio teams across the organization to help capture new business and create security-hardened solutions that address our customers’ demanding needs.  The Secure Subsystems Engineering team seeks a Systems Engineer with a passion for innovation and the drive to see new technology and capability mature into fielded solutions. As a Systems Engineer, you will design and develop military products ensuring safe and protected communication. You will interface with multi-discipline engineering teams to create total system solutions, addressing both domestic and international customer needs.What You Will DoPerform analysis's, architecture and design at all levels of the total system product including concept, design, fabrication, modeling, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposalPerform functional analysis's, trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specificationsProvide analyses for the decomposition of customer specifications and system level requirements into sub-system and piece part requirements, and develops verification criteria and plans for the requirements Perform technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total system solutions.Perform bid and proposal efforts SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE Qualifications You Must HaveExperience with the systems development process, including requirements capture, design, decomposition, integration, and verification/validation, and transition to productionFamiliarity with the Scaled Agile framework Active and transferable SECRET clearance is required prior to start dateU.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceBachelor’s degree and 8 years of prior relevant experience OR Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience OR In absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience is required. Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Bachelor’s degree (typically in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulationsQualifications We PreferExceptionally strong communication skills, experience presenting technical data to program management and executive leadership Experienced with Cryptographic Hardware architecture/design, Network Encryption specifications and test methodologiesExperience with tools such as DOORS, CAMEO or similar, Software Languages such as Rust and Python.Experience with Hardware and Software Integration, Validation & Verification Testing, and Qualification TestingWhat We Offer    • 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    • This position is eligible for relocation assistance    • And more!  Learn More & Apply Now! Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customers succeed today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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.  At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and w