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Principal Engineer -Cybersecurity Engineering

RTX Corporation is an American multinational aerospace and defense conglomerate that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military, and government customers worldwide. It is one of the largest aerospace and defense manufacturers globally by revenue and market capitalization.

RTX

Employee count: 5000+

Salary: 108k-205k USD

United States only

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Date Posted:

2026-03-12

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IL-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Remote

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

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Collins Aerospace, Power & Controls is looking for a Product Cybersecurity Engineer to safeguard our advanced Electric Power Systems (EPS) for next-gen airborne control systems. In this role,you’lllead security risk analysis, integrate cybersecurity functions, perform testing, and support compliance and certification efforts aligned with industry standards.

You'llpartner closely with product development teams, embedding security throughout the entire product lifecycle, and helping shape a strong product security culture through training and mentorship.

What You Will Do

  • Serve as a key member of the Power & Controls Product Security Board, influencing security strategy and direction.

  • Drive the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Product Cybersecurity Risk Management for EPS programs at a program and organizational level.

  • Build, mentor, and develop Product Securityexpertiseacross the organization.

  • Define, refine, and enforce processes to meet internal, industry, and regulatory cybersecurity requirements.

  • Lead and oversee security risk assessments and provide guidance to program teams.

  • Direct the development of key technologies and standard security functionality, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

  • Establish and apply advanced security testing and analysis methodologies.

  • Collaborate across labs, operations, and repair sites to set organizational security requirements.

  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, certifications, and airworthiness security regulations.

  • Interpret and guide responses to customer and certification cybersecurity requirements.

  • Lead incident response and resolution for EPS cybersecurity events, shaping organizational practices.

  • Support integration of Collins-developed security technologies across programs.

  • Evaluate, guide, and contribute to technical proposals from a strategic and technical leadership perspective.

  • Champion adherence to DO-326A/DO-356A Airworthiness Security processes and the Secure System Development Lifecycle (SSDLC).

  • Act as an organizational authority on cybersecurity, setting standards and mentoring teams to elevate enterprise-wide capabilities.

Qualifications You Must Have

  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience

Qualifications We Prefer

  • Experience collaborating with system architects to incorporate new security technologies

  • Ability to promote and guide architectural solutions following defense-in-depth principles

  • Proficiencyin analyzing system and application-level security architectures

  • Experience reviewing system and application vulnerability assessments and defining mitigations

  • Experience in preparing and reviewing project bids and pursuits

  • Familiarity with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) for device certificate management

  • Experience supporting the design and development of hardware and software Roots of Trust (RoT)

  • Experience supporting the development of embedded cryptographic solutions and secure communication systems

  • Working knowledge of RTCA DO-326A and DO-356A airworthiness security standards

  • Breadth of understanding in systems and software engineering, especially for embedded control systems

  • Industry-recognized security certifications such as Security+, OSCP, or CISSP (preferred)

  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance

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 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,additionallife and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

• Ovia 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,childand elder care services

• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

•  And more! 

Learn More & Apply Now!

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second.  Our major product lines areon-boardvirtually everyaircraftflying. 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!

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) isappropriate foryour needs before applying to this role.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.

*Position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

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 teamthat’sredefining aerospace, every day.

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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 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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Senior

Salary

Salary: 108k-205k USD

Education

Bachelor degree
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Experience

8 years minimum

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United States +/- 0 hours

About RTX

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Our customers in the aerospace and defense sectors face increasingly complex challenges that demand innovative and resilient solutions. From ensuring national security and enabling safe global travel to advancing space exploration, the stakes are incredibly high. That's why RTX is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. We understand that progress isn't inevitable; it's initiated by relentlessly asking tough questions and discovering groundbreaking answers. This commitment drives us to develop advanced systems and services that empower our commercial, military, and government customers worldwide.

Every day, our global team of over 185,000 employees across Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon works as one to solve the hardest problems in these critical industries. Whether it's manufacturing cutting-edge aircraft engines, developing sophisticated avionics and aerostructures, creating robust cybersecurity solutions, or producing guided missiles and air defense systems, our focus remains on delivering capabilities that make a tangible difference. For instance, an aircraft carrying our technology takes flight every second of every day, and approximately half of the world's population is protected by our defense products. We support 90% of all U.S. Department of Defense and commercial space launches and help ensure the safety and efficiency of 11 million air travel passengers daily. Our customers rely on us for solutions that span from the seabed to space, ensuring they have the most advanced capabilities to counter threats and achieve their missions. We are committed to advancing aviation, building smarter defense systems, and creating innovations that take us deeper into space, because the progress we make matters.

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Company-sponsored outings

An office perk.

Remote work program

Part of the company culture.

Employee stock purchase plan

Available as a financial benefit.

Charitable contribution matching

Available as a financial benefit.

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5000+ employees

Founded in

2020

Chief executive officer

Christopher T. Calio

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