Senior Engineer Manager, Systems Engineering (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-10-30



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E04 ~ 2006 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E04



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

Collins Aerospace is looking for a Senior Manager with a passion for engineering and the desire to lead an innovative, dedicated team responsible for industry-leading Mission Assured Navigation, Timing, Inertials, and Simulation (MANTIS). The team is responsible for architecting, designing, developing, and testing systems for real-time embedded navigation and timing solutions for military applications.

 

This position offers abundant opportunity to acquire in-depth knowledge of Assured Positoin, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems architecture, and to apply that knowledge in a team effort to develop our navigation products for the warfighter.

 

Collins Aerospace continues to build on a strong history of providing navigation equipment to meet the evolving needs of commercial and military users. Our navigation solutions provide enhanced situational awareness and pinpoint accuracy for airborne and surface missions worldwide allowing users of our equipment to complete their mission and return home safe. 

 

What You Will Do

• As the leader of this team, you lead and mentor staff whose responsibilities span all phases of the systems engineering life cycle. These responsibilities include requirements analysis, design, integration, verification, and formal configuration management.
• You will provide direction for tasks such as developing systems tools, supporting field demonstration and integration efforts, providing customer support, and mentoring.
• You will directly support cognizant programs in these areas. 
• You will lead the systems development lifecycle and be a proponent of the Agile method of system development.
• You will be responsible for resource allocation and overall administrative management of the team. 
• You will perform day-to-day employee engagement, coaching and mentoring, and employee development. 
• The role also requires employee performance excellence, including providing continuous feedback and performance correction, engagement check-ins, and administering formal performance management processes. 
• You will be responsible for employee onboarding, training, and career development. 

 

Qualifications You Must Have

• Ability to travel domestically as needed
• Experience with Systems and/or software engineering
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
• 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

 

Qualifications We Prefer

• High motivation to solve problems and continuously improve existing products
• Strong understanding of Earned Value Management
• Desire to contribute to a results-oriented product development team
• Talent/Career Development leadership
• Solid understanding of systems development processes
• Strong verbal and written technical communication skills
• A genuine desire to learn and innovate
• Advanced degree in management or leadership is a plus.

 

Learn More & Apply Now

 

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits packages include: 

• 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, and 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
  And more! 

 

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 customer succeeds 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 with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.  

 

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

#MISENG

 

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 145,600 USD - 276,800 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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