Applied Research Engineer – Embedded Battlespace Systems (Onsite)
RTX Corporation3 days ago
Cedar Rapids, IA, USASenior
Base Salary
$108k - $205k/yr
Responsibilities
- Drive cybersecurity research from early-stage exploration through development, integration, and demonstration.
- Develop security capabilities for connected cyber-physical platforms and influence technical research direction.
- Collaborate with hardware, software, communications, and systems engineers on complex cybersecurity challenges.
- Demonstrate innovative technologies to customers and translate research into business and mission impact.
- Partner with customers, business leaders, and technology stakeholders to identify opportunities and shape research initiatives.
- Contribute to technical proposals and government-sponsored science and technology programs.
- Travel approximately 10% for customer and business engagements.
Requirements
- A STEM degree and typically at least 8 years of relevant experience, or an advanced related degree and at least 5 years of experience.
- At least 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, embedded systems, cyber-physical systems, or related engineering disciplines.
- Experience leading technical research and development initiatives from concept through technology development and demonstration.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
- Preferred experience in aerospace, defense, or other mission-critical environments.
- Preferred expertise in threat modeling, vulnerability research, embedded security, operational technology security, or cyber-physical systems.
- Preferred hands-on experience with FPGA development, embedded systems, or connected cyber-physical platforms.
- Preferred experience designing, developing, or securing software applications using modern software development practices.
- An active U.S. Department of Defense Top Secret clearance is preferred, with SCI eligibility preferred.
- Strong communication and presentation skills and the ability to influence technical direction and engage stakeholders at all levels.
Benefits
- Onsite role in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with approximately 10% travel.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees, plus paid time off and holidays.
- 401(k) plan with employer matching and a separate employer retirement contribution.
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment programs.
- Life insurance, disability coverage, and optional supplemental insurance programs.
- Parental, birth, adoption, fertility, family planning, and adoption assistance benefits.
- Wellness incentives, employee assistance resources, virtual healthcare, and second-opinion services.
- Pet, home, and auto insurance options, legal assistance, and identity theft protection.
- Eligible relocation assistance.
- Signing bonus eligible.
About RTX Corporation
RTX Corporation builds aerospace and defense systems through its Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon businesses, serving commercial aviation, the U.S. government, and allied militaries. Its products range from aircraft engines and avionics to radars, missiles, and command-and-control software, sold via long-term OEM programs and defense contracts. Formed in 2020 by the Raytheon–United Technologies merger, RTX is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia and trades on the NYSE as RTX.