Systems Engineering Manager - Guidance Quality Algorithms (ONSITE)

Date Posted:

2026-07-21

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-130 ~ 5350 C Ave NE ~ BLDG 130

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, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Precision Landing team delivers high assurance landing solutions to customers around the world. We are looking for a Systems Engineering Manager to lead our Guidance Quality (GQ) Algorithms team. This team utilizes cutting-edge tools and techniques in Model-Based-Development to incorporate advanced mathematical and physical logic in to algorithms that safely recover aircraft and pilots.

We are seeking a decisive, collaborative technical leader who operates with clarity, drives results, anticipates change, and builds high-performing teams while demonstrating integrity and accountability. The successful candidate will lead a systems engineering team to meet cost, schedule, and technical performance commitments while partnering closely with project engineers and program management. They will provide technical leadership, oversee design and development execution, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and approve proposals.

What You Will Do
    • Lead and mentor a team of 10-20 systems engineers on complex projects as Section Lead
    • Coach your team through all V&V activities in their supported programs
    • Perform Cost Account Management (CAM) duties for Guidance Quality as part of larger projects
    • Seek out complex problems to solve within your team’s assigned scope
    • Take on individual contributions involving high level math and physics concepts
    • Challenge your team’s overall execution performance, identifying methods to improve work quality and be more cost competitive
    • Lead a wide range of entry-level to highly experienced engineers
    • Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in systems engineering and requirements management with respect to Mathworks product line
    • Collaborate with all domains in all phases of the Systems Engineering Lifecycle, including bid & pursuit
    • Travel up to 10% annually

Sign-on Bonus Eligible

Qualifications You Must Have
    • Subject Matter Expert with MATLAB, Simulink and simulation data analysis
    • Extensive experience as a CAM
    • Previous exposure to Autoland algorithms
    • Experience with Global Trade and U.S. export regulations including ITAR and EARStrong communicator, able to interface with the spectrum of individual contributors to execute leadership
    • A proven track record of success of meeting high rigor software standards such as MIL-STD-882E and DO-178. Experience contributing to TINA-compliant bids
    • 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

Qualifications We Prefer
    • Experience with Polyspace and other MATLAB plug-ins
    • Previous experience working with components of the Joint Precision Approach and Landing System
    • Experience working across business units and interfacing with external entities
    • Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
    • Strong communication behaviors with team members, internal stakeholders, and external customers

What 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