Systems Engineer II, Infrastructure (Hybrid - Aguadilla, PR)

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Are you looking to make a meaningful, positive impact while advancing your career? At Collins Aerospace, you’ll help shape the future of aerospace technology by supporting mission-critical systems that strengthen national defense and protect those who serve.

As a Systems Engineer II within Strategic Defense Solutions (SDS), you will apply your technical expertise to the development of advanced Strategic Nuclear Deterrence capabilities, contributing to the design, integration, and validation of secure, resilient mission systems. In this role, you will collaborate across geographically distributed teams to support systems and cybersecurity engineering efforts for next-generation network, compute, and storage technologies—from early-stage development through accreditation and production.

This position offers the opportunity to expand your leadership and technical capabilities while working alongside experienced professionals in communications and nuclear deterrence. We are seeking motivated engineers who thrive in solving complex problems, driving technical execution, and collaborating across disciplines to deliver innovative solutions for critical missions.

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:

• Capture, analyze, decompose, allocate, and trace system and subsystems requirements. 
• Design, develop, and maintain system models using SysML for activity diagrams, state machines, block definition diagrams, internal block diagrams, and use cases.
• Develop and verify test procedures at the system and sub-system levels.
• Support system integration, troubleshooting, and verification activities across hardware and software environments.
• Utilize JIRA to decompose features into user stories with clear acceptance criteria and support Agile development activities.
• Support project level work and meet schedule, cost, and performance goals.
• Identify and communicate program technical risks, issues, and impacts associated with systems requirements and design aspects.
• Support internal and external technical discussions and design reviews.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and non-engineering teams within the organization.
• Engage in hands-on activities within lab environments as required.

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 2 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• 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:

• Computer Engineering degree with emphasis on Hardware, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with network architecture using physical and virtual networks with VMWare or other cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure, Oracle) in cloud and hybrid environments.
• Experience applying systems engineering principles, including customer requirements capture, operational concept development, requirements decomposition, allocation, and traceability, and verification.
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), including development of SysML models such as activity, state, block diagrams, and use cases using tools like MagicDraw Cameo, Rhapsody, or Enterprise Architect.
• Hands-on experience in using Jama Connect for requirements management, including creating, managing, and tracking requirements.
• Experience working in an Agile-driven environment.
• Experience participating in root cause analysis and corrective actions - Identify, assess, and manage technical risks and opportunities to support program execution, system performance, and successful delivery of mission objectives.

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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