Associate Director – SBU & Digital Architect (Hybrid)

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-NC-CHARLOTTE-W Tyvola Rd TYVOLA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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

The Strategic Business Unit (SBU) and Digital Architect (DA) role is responsible for establishing digital strategies in partnership with the Digital Technology (DT) Business Relationship Manager (BRM) to accelerate digital transformation within the business. This is a highly strategic role within the Collins Digital Architecture (CDA) organization collaborating extensively with all areas of DT the SBU and RTX Enterprise and Digital Services.

** This is a hybrid role based out of one of Collins major facilities. **

What YOU will do:

• Demonstrates expertise authenticity and a commanding presence that earns trust and respect from peers and Executive Leadership.

• Exhibits strategic thinking and decisiveness in aligning technical outcomes with business needs.

• Speaks with clarity poise and authority adapting tone and messaging to engage and influence audiences.

• Domain Expertise

• Possesses rich Information Technology (IT) Systems Engineering or related field experience with a strong understanding of architectural principles and industry best practices.

• Ability to analyze industry trends and emerging technologies to anticipate their impact on enterprise strategy and drive innovation.

• Acts as a Digital Technology (DT) thought leader and architectural evangelist effectively communicating complex ideas to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Eagerness To Engage

• Actively seeks cross-functional partnerships to align technology initiatives with business goals with the intent to maximize impact.

• Identifies and champions opportunities where digital solutions can create measurable business value.

• Takes the lead in driving discussions proposing solutions and ensuring follow-through on strategic initiatives.

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.

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. RTX will not offer sponsorship for this position(U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder)

• Extensive Technical Leadership 10 years of experience in senior-level technical roles guiding architecture and engineering initiatives across complex environments.

• Broad Enterprise Architecture Expertise Deep hands-on experience across Systems Engineering Digital Engineering Infrastructure Application Architecture Integration Business Architecture Cybersecurity and Data domains.

• Digital Transformation & Product Lifecycle Knowledge Strong understanding of digital transformation strategies product development and full product lifecycle management.

• System Architecture & Integration Proven ability to design and validate system architectures and Systems-of-Systems (SoS) integration approaches.

• Strategic Technology Planning Skilled in identifying and planning future-state architectures and technology pipelines aligned with business goals.

• Innovation Through Technology Demonstrated success in conceiving and delivering innovative value-driven solutions using emerging technologies.

• Industry Standards & Frameworks Familiarity with industry-standard technology frameworks and methods (e.g. TOGAF Zachman DoDAF etc.).

• Adaptability & Growth Mindset Eagerness to expand technical capabilities and apply new knowledge to solution development.

• Educational Background bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science Engineering or a related field.

• Executive-Level Communication Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to senior business leaders customers and C-suite executives.

• Cross-Functional Leadership Proven ability to lead collaborative flexible and productive teams across business functions geographies and disciplines.

• Strategic Stakeholder Engagement Skilled at interfacing with executive-level stakeholders to align technical initiatives with business strategy and outcomes.

• Mentorship & Team Development Experience mentoring junior associates and enhancing team communication and customer-facing capabilities.

• Global & Enterprise Acumen Comfortable supporting organizations and adapting strategies to meet varied business needs across regions.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Current DoD Security Clearance or the ability to obtain a clearance.

• Advanced Degree (i.e. M.S. Ph.D.) or domain experience in any of the key technology space capabilities (i.e. cybersecurity AI / ML Data Analytics).

• Industry recognized Enterprise Architect certifications (i.e. Open Group Certified Architect AWS Certified Solution Architect etc.)

• Operationalized Agile Software Development understanding / practices.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits packages include:

• 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.

• And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

Do you want to be part of a new exciting initiative to combine foundational IT with new digital technologies Our Digital Technology team is driving business efficiencies and a better customer experience by connecting technologies people information and processes. From making aircraft more electric intelligent and integrated to building new software platforms such as Internet of Things big data artificial intelligence and blockchain theres no better place to be right now than in digital. If youre an agile thinker who enjoys utilizing modern technology to make big improvements then youre a perfect fit for this team. Join Collins Aerospace to help us revolutionize the aerospace industry today!

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

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

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

Regardless of your role type collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

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 thats redefining aerospace every day.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 157200 USD - 298800 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 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 companys 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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