Associate Director, Engineering - Department Area Leader, Ejection Seats & Propulsion (Onsite)
Associate Director, Engineering - Department Area Leader, Ejection Seats & Propulsion (Onsite)
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Job Description
Date Posted:
Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
HCA09: Mission Sys (Propulsion) 3530 Branscombe Road Fairfield CA 94533 USAPosition Role Type:
OnsiteU.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:
None/Not RequiredCollins Aerospace an RTX company is a leader in technologically advanced andintelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospacehas the capabilities comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customerstoughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
Collins is seeking a Department Area Leader for its Ejection Seats & Propulsion (E&P) portfolio. The E&P portfolio is chartered to develop lifesaving energetic devices within Mission Systems.
This role is accountable for managing all Engineering activities in the successful capture and program execution of systems and products within the assigned is a multidiscipline leader with all engineering functions directly reporting to them.
This position to be onsite either in Fairfield CA or Colorado Springs CO.
What You Will Do
Personnel management including bench strength actions career development guidance salary planning disciplinary and celebratory actions
Engineering cost and staff management (Demand/Capacity alignment Utilization Absorption)
Pursuit and Order Capture Process to include partnership with Program Area Chief Engineer (PACE) and Business Development counterparts as well as bid/ROM review and approval
EAC and Program Management Review and approval
Strategic Financial Planning (SFP) and Engineering Strategic Planning (ESP) coordination and leadership for their department to include Technology Road Mapping
Ensuring the Disciplines provide appropriate engineering resources to pursuits
Ensuring Technical Baselines are developed to the appropriate maturity for the pursuit phase
Achieving DesigntoCost (DTC) and schedule targets as appropriate
Ensuring bid packages are thoroughly vetted and addressing all required scope (or caveat out scope that is not bid) have risks and opportunities identified so that management fully understands the true risk posture and are executable within the risks and assumptions identified
Accountable for achieving engineering cost schedule and technical commitments
Daytoday operation of all Engineering activities across assigned Portfolio Area
Ensuring early identification communication and mitigation of technical cost and/or schedule risks and issues
Responsible for coaching and mentoring a direct staff of functional leaders across E&P to foster a strong talent pipeline
Proactive identification communication and mitigation of technical cost and/or schedule risks before issues arise
Works with the Program Area Chief Engineer (PACE) to review program technical baselines ensuring they are appropriate staffed
Foster collaboration between the Discipline and Functional organizations to achieve maximum cost/schedule/performance efficiencies
During program startups or major ECP additions ensure Engineering scope is fully understood and documented ensure adequate processes and tools are in place with proper Engineering resources assigned
Support technology roadmap development and maintenance in alignment with portfolio strategies including the productization and refactoring of product/program capabilities in support of business growth objectives
Track and report metrics across the portfolio to ensure common approach as well as consistency amongst programs and pursuit
Build and maintain customer relationships to engage on emerging issues and develop future opportunities
Consistently produce superior results keeping projects on schedule and contributing to a positive work environment
A minimum of 25% travel will be required
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience
Experience with risk and opportunity management including interface with program management team and external customer required
Previous PeopleLeader Experience Required
Previous Hardware Systems Experience Required
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF) access
Qualifications We Prefer
Advanced Degree desired
Prior experience in related Engineering discipline(s)
Exceptional organizational analytical written and verbal communication skills
Superior interpersonal and influencing skills including coaching and mentoring of other engineering staff
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 employerretirement 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 lifeand accident insurancecritical illnessinsurance 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 child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program
And more!
Relocation Eligibility
Learn More & Apply Now!
Do you want to be a part of something bigger A team whose impact stretches across theworld and even beyond At Collins Aerospace our Mission Systems team helps civilianmilitary and government customers complete their most complex missions whatever andwherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and securecommunications missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft andcollaborative space solutions. By joining our team youll have your own critical part to play inensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are youup for the challenge Join our mission today.
*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs beforeapplying to this role.
Onsite:Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. Thisincludes all production and maintenance employees as they are essential to thedevelopment of our products.
At Collins the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds weform with our customers and with each other propel us all higher again andagain.
Apply now and be part of the team thats redefining aerospace every day.
Employee Referral Eligible
The salary range for this role is 162000 USD 326000 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 candidates 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 shortterm disability longterm 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 collectivebargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual shortterm and/or longterm incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collectivebargaining 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 companys performance.This role is a 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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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
