Senior Systems Engineer (Hybrid - Aguadilla, PR)

Date Posted:

2026-05-21

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-PR-AGUADILLA-110 ~ Rd 110 N Km 28.8 ~ RD110

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

The GETC-PR Avionics Vision & Sensing Systems organization is looking to hire a talented and motivated Senior Systems Engineer to lead the design, development, and testing of advanced avionics products, including Head-Up Display systems, Helmet Mounted Display systems, vision systems, and innovative display solutions for commercial, corporate, and military aircraft markets. With a focus on product quality and innovation, Collins Aerospace is committed to enhancing flight deck solutions by improving situational awareness, reducing operating minima, and delivering added safety benefits.

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will take on a leadership role in defining system requirements, ensuring seamless integration with other aircraft systems, and driving verification and validation activities. You will collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality systems, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the development of next-generation avionics solutions. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on industry-leading technologies, including the Head-Up Display for the Boeing Dreamliner and the Helmet Mounted Display for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.

This position will sit at our Aguadilla, PR location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered.

This role is categorized as hybrid, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote following the schedule assigned by the Manager.

What YOU will do:

• Lead the design, development, integration, and testing of advanced avionics products, including Head-Up Display systems, Helmet Mounted Display systems, vision systems, and innovative display products for the commercial, corporate, and military aircraft markets.
• Characterize, test, and develop sophisticated algorithms for optical systems to enhance display performance and reliability.
• Define and manage system-level requirements, including preparation of system specifications, system descriptions, wiring diagrams, interface control documents, and sub-assembly requirement documentation.
• Provide conceptual system designs to decompose high-level requirements into actionable lower-level requirements; collaborate closely with hardware engineering teams to ensure alignment between system functions and design implementations.
• Lead and participate in system design reviews in accordance with MIL-STD-1521 or similar internal processes, ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory standards.
• Develop system integration cases and procedures for optical components and sub-assemblies, ensuring seamless integration into avionics systems.
• Manage the planning and execution of system verification and validation activities, including creating traceability artifacts from system functional requirements.
• Create and present technical content for all design reviews, both internal and external, with a focus on delivering high-quality systems that meet program objectives.
• Proactively identify potential technical and programmatic risks, propose solutions, and ensure timely resolution to maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership within a multidisciplinary team to bring innovative products to market.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% or as needed.

What YOU will learn:

• You will learn about our growing engineering team in Puerto Rico; What we do? Who we support? How we work?
• You will learn the technologies of today and tomorrow which we count on to maintain world leadership in the aerospace industry.
• You will learn why people enjoy and feel fulfilled by working in our industry.

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
• Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English (verbal and written).
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in requirements definition and verification, including interface definition and a solid understanding of physics, electrical, mechanical, structural, and/or optical design.
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies and tools (e.g., Cameo, Rhapsody, MagicDraw) for system design and requirement management.
• Experience with military avionics deployment and testing.
• Hands-on experience performing optical tests in a lab environment, including the use of specialized equipment.
• Familiarity with display testing methodologies and augmented reality display systems.
• Proficiency with MATLAB for data analysis, algorithm development, and system modeling.

What We Offer

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
• Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, 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.

Join our growing engineering team in Puerto Rico, where you will provide critical support to all Collins SBUs, working on exciting programs and projects ranging from the development of the next generation of advanced concept ejection seats to the latest technologies for the U.S. warfighter.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

* Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite.  Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

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.

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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