Systems Engineering Manager (ONSITE)

Date Posted:

2026-11-05

 Country:

United States of America

 Location:

US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA1 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 1

 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

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 Strategic Communications Team is currently seeking a motivated Systems Engineering Manager who is ready to lead a talented and enthusiastic team of engineering professionals. The Systems Engineering Manager is a senior engineer on site, responsible for the engineering integrity of the systems, equipment and product covered by the contract.

The Section Leader performs management activities and provides leadership for approximately 10-15 engineers supporting various site contracts. These activities include technical development of people, providing and identifying appropriate training for people, employee’s performance reviews, setting goals, mentoring, salary planning, employee recognition and awards, benefits, Overhead and capital planning, EH&S, ethics, recruiting.

As part of Collins Mission Systems, we specialize in developing advanced communication systems, ground and flight computers, sensors, cyber and software solutions, as well as providing integration of Mission Systems. The Systems Engineering department supports a variety of communications systems including Secure Switching Networks, SATCOM, and networking for ground based, ship, submarine, and airborne platforms.

What You Will Do

Full-Lifecycle Systems engineering experience (or relatable) with Communication systems; Familiarity with the Systems Engineering "V" model and the Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

Develop the team through career discussions and training; Approve team timecards and Expense Statements

Be Involved in New Business Initiatives such as the generation of proposal Cost Volumes, Technical Volumes, or Management Volumes; Prior experience in the generation of BOEs and resource planning in anticipation of future contract awards

Liaison with departmental leaders and other program staff to ensure all systems / sub-systems are appropriately monitored and supported, with necessary changes defined and/or developed to meet user requirements

Proposal support, coordinating program staffing needs and reductions, and interviewing applicants

Understand requirements flow-down, design, development and testing of systems

Collaborate with project managers and other professionals within Engineering

Qualifications You Must Have

Experience in Engineering and project-engineering management

Experience developing and operating with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)

Experience leading teams (Team Lead, IPTL, CPTL, Scrum Master, Product Owner, Program Engineer, Section Manager)

Strong problem-solving and communication skills, including ability to produce technical documentation, site-wide media / specifications and the desire to learn new technologies and tools

Active and transferable SECRET clearance is required prior to start date

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

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

Program / project management experience helpful (PM, IPTL, CE)

Experience with the DOD MILSATCOM customers and mission requirements

Experience in requirements development, management and IV&V

BOE Certification or proposal experience

Experience developing systems in a team-based development environment, preferably Agile/SCRUM

Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering, digital engineering, and digital thread concepts

Proficiency in CORE and/or Design for Six Sigma

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

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

Carrot Health to hormonal 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

This position is eligible for relocation assistance

And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

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.

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.

Employee Referral Eligible

#MISENG

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.

The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 USD. 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.

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 cove