Design To Cost Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA32: Cedar Rapids IA 400 Collins Rd NE Cedar Rapids IAUSA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Are you interested in a complete Life Cycle approach to cost management from the inception of the system architecture through the design for optimized build and test in the factory

This position is for an Electrical/Mechanical Engineer to perform design cost management. The primary focus of this position will be to provide DTC support for product design and development in Mission Systems programs.

Responsibility involvesactively incorporating cost considerations into every aspect of the product design process ensuring that design decisions are made with the primary goal of achieving a specific target cost while still meeting functional and quality requirements typically by analyzing material selection manufacturing methods and assembly procedures early in the design phase to optimize costs throughout the product lifecycle.

Design to Cost provides project teams with a leadership role for achieving recurring cost requirements through the application of innovative cost reduction strategies. The role allows for a complete Life Cycle approach to cost management from the inception of the system architecture through the design for optimized build and test in the factory.

Design to Cost offers great opportunities while playing a critical role in key business pursuits and product development efforts. Performing cost management is a very dynamic role gaining exposure with all levels of leadership in a wide variety of product types.

What YOU Will Do:

• Supports the strategic effort to define affordability goals and means for achieving those goals during proposal and execution phases of typical development programs.
• Supports the design of systems utilizing cost reduction techniques relevant to mechanical electrical and manufacturing variables.
• Provides project teams with a focal point for lowcost solutions by coordinating the involvement of lowcost enabling functions (design for manufacturability design for testability Strategic Sourcing Application Engineering Test Engineering etc.). Including Manufacturing time studies as well.
• Performs or direct others in the performance of cost analysis and support the proactive achievement of cost goals for typical systems and products under development.
• Identifies drivers of cost and propose alternative solutions for cost reductions.
• Utilizes Critical thinking and problem solving willingness to dig and drive solutions based on data analyze
• Responsible for validating cost requirements/targets against pertinent business plan(s) and programmatic expectations.
• Participates in preparation of proposals and presentations to internal and external customers.
• Serves as project leader coordinating the efforts of other professionals and technical support personnel. Strong cross functional interaction/teamwork and collaboration.
• Knowledge of business & technical consistent processes including being proficient in )365 tools with an emphasis on Excel (Macro experience preferable)
• Knowledge of principles and techniques commonly used in product development.
• Perform assignments requiring the use and application of electromechanical engineering principles and techniques.

Key responsibilities under a Design To Cost approach include:

• Setting cost targets: Help to establish a clear target cost for the product.
• Cost analysis during design: Continuously evaluating the cost implications of design choices including materials components manufacturing processes assembly methods and reuse.
• Cost modeling and simulation: Utilizing tools to predict the cost of a design based on selected materials and manufacturing techniques.
• Value engineering: Identifying areas where cost can be reduced without compromising product functionality or quality.
• Collaboration with crossfunctional teams: Working closely with engineers manufacturing teams procurement and marketing to ensure cost considerations are integrated throughout the design process.
• Early cost identification: Proactively identifying potential cost drivers in the early design stages to allow for necessary adjustments.
• Cost tracking and reporting: Monitoring actual costs against the target cost throughout the design process and reporting deviations to relevant stakeholders.
• Design for manufacturability: Optimizing design features to facilitate efficient production processes minimizing waste and unnecessary steps.
• Supplier engagement: Collaborating with suppliers to identify costeffective materials and manufacturing options.

What YOU Will Learn:

• Learn and take advantage of opportunities to excel professionally with RTXs exceptional employee scholar programs and continuing education
• Learn to thrive and be supported in a dynamic teamdriven environment
• Learn to become a champion within our COREOperating Systems

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science Technology Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree 9 years of relevant experience
• Background in product design development and factory transition
• Technical Experience in Mechanical Electrical and Industrial Engineering
• Experience with systemlevel requirements and how they relate to recurring cost
• Experience with engineering and manufacturing processes
• Experience with key productionbased cost drivers
• Experience with design tradeoff techniques
• Experience with cost estimating techniques

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Knowledge of business & technical consistent processes including being proficient in )365 tools with an emphasis on Excel (Macro experience preferable)
• Knowledge of principles and techniques commonly used in product development.
• Perform assignments requiring the use and application of electromechanical engineering principles and techniques.

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 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
• Eligible for relocation
• And more!

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* Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for 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.

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The salary range for this role is 82000 USD 164000 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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