Embedded Cyber Engineer II (onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-03-23

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-166 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 166

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: Top Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Are you interested in joining a dynamic and fast-paced global team that positively impacts the Collin's organization? If so, then this is the job for you!

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins 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.

Collins Aerospace is seeking a cyber engineer knowledgeable in embedded system and communication platform design to support a portfolio of research and development activities within our Applied Research & Technology organization.  The responsibility of this role is to advanced cybersecurity research. The person in this role should be self-motivated and be able to serve as a technical contributor to new research and innovations in the communications security space.  The ideal candidate will possess experience in the threat analysis of mission- and safety-critical platforms, vulnerability analysis technologies, emerging security research, operational technology and/or embedded systems. 

What You Will Do:

• Design, implement, and evaluate software in C++, Python, Rust, and/or Java languages

• Work closely with cross-functional research teams to evaluate the effectiveness of early software prototypes

• Present research accomplishments in the form of a demonstration and written publication

• Must be willing and able to travel 10% of the time

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a 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, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance 

• Must have or be capable of obtaining a US Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.  Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation/reinstatement and must meet eligibility requirements  

• Experience in cyber analysis or software development

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Ability to communicate and present to all levels of the organization

• Aerospace or defense experience

• Experience working with FPGAs, Embedded Systems or Industrial Control Systems

• Previous research and cybersecurity experience

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 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  
• And more!  

Learn More and Apply Now:

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. 

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