Senior Engineer, Systems Engineering

Date Posted:

2026-03-02

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IL-ROCKFORD-BB ~ 4747 Harrison Ave ~ BUTLER BLDG

Position Role Type:

Unspecified

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

Security Clearance Type:

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation d/b/a Collins Aerospace has an opening for a Senior Engineer, Systems Engineering in Rockford, IL.

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

What YOU will do

• Perform analysis at all levels of the total system product including concept, design, fabrication, modeling, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal.
• Perform technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems.
• Consider and evaluate alternatives accounting for similar metrics.
• Manage configuration process, perform functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
• Ensure the logical and systematic conversion of product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical schedule and cost constraints.
• Perform architectural exploration.
• Decompose customer specifications and system level requirements into sub-system and place piece part requirements and generate verification criteria and plan for the requirements.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must possess at least a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science or a related field and five years of progressive experience as a Systems Engineer or related role. In the alternative, must possess at least a master’s degree or its equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science or a related field and three years of experience as a Systems Engineer or related role would be acceptable.
• Must possess at least 3 years of experience in modeling, simulation, and analysis of systems with either synchronous or permanent magnet rotating electric machines.
• Must possess at least 3 years of experience using MATLAB/Simulink or Synopsis Saber modeling and simulation tools.
• Must possess at least 3 years of experience performing control system analysis, including performance, stability, and signal processing evaluations, using standard engineering tools such as MATLAB/Simulink.
• Must possess at least 3 years of experience applying classical and modern control theory to dynamic systems.
• Non-US Person - Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role. 

Learn More & Apply Now!

Power & Controls: We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second.  Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work onsite. This

includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. 

The salary range is $102,190.00 to $164,000.00 USD per year. 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.

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.

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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