Senior Systems Engineer AFATDS- Contingent (onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-07-14

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 1

Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace 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.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to work International Field Artillery Tactical Data System (IFATDS) programs as part of the Systems Engineering Integration and Test department (SEIT) within Raytheon Technologies (RTX)/Collins Aerospace. IFATDS is the international equivalent of the domestic AFATDS product. This position is located onsite in Fort Wayne, IN. This position includes extensive international and domestic travel ranging from 25% to 60% depending on operational tempo, which can and does vary from year to year. 

The successful candidate is expected to work in a team environment as well as independently when deployed on OCONUS assignments. The candidate will provide Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in digitized Artillery operations that relate directly to requirements analysis, integration of peripheral systems, digital communications, and product improvement/enhancement. He will support Direct Commercial Sale (DCS) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contracts leading to integration of various Fire Support Command and Control (C2) software products aligned with end-user weapons platforms, sensors, peripherals, and C2 vehicles. 

This position is contingent upon contract award and customer funding.

What You Will Do:

• Design, prepare and deliver capabilities briefings of all AFATDS / IFATDS products for audiences of management, customers or end users at various management levels.. 

• Lead site surveys, prepare reports, brief results and recommendations to management, customers and end-user leadership. 

• Participate in program review meetings with new and existing customers and end-users. 

• Support Program Managers (PM) with tactical and technical SME advice during the pre-contract and execution phases of projects as necessary. 

• Participate in and contribute to development of new/future program plans.. 

• Provide inputs and recommendations towards establishment of proposal Statement of Work (SOW) and/or Project Work Scope (PWS) content. 

• Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation of IFATDS software components. 

• Writes, rewrites and/or edits technical documents to communicate clearly and effectively technical specifications and instructions for delivery to customers / end-users. 

• Develop new / enhanced system and product requirements and capabilities including external system integration enhancements. 

• Travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations in support of program activities (Expected travel: 25-60% depending on operational tempo). 

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Experience with military command and control applications such as AFATDS, Cannon Fire Control Systems, and/or Rocket/MLRS Fire Control Systems. 

• Experience with Tactical Operations Center activities and familiarity with military networking operations in Artillery units at Battery and higher echelons. 

• 10+ years of professional experience in Artillery, Fire Support operations in lieu of a technical degree.  

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant