Date Posted:

　　2024-01-23

　　Country:

　　United States of America

　　Location:

　　HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

　　Position Role Type:

　　Onsite

　　Do you have what it takes to develop Display architectures and design approaches for an innovative, forward thinking, intrinsically motivated engineering design team?

　　The Display Products Engineering department in the Avionics business unit of Collins Aerospace is searching for an Associate Director Systems Architect to join our team. We like to learn, have fun, and make a difference! It comes easily when you work on cool products with hard-working individuals who share the same passion. Our Displays engineering team leads the industry with cost competitive, innovative technology that sets ourselves apart from our competition and helps our customers make the most of their investment in our products.

　　We are looking for a strong, passionate leader with an action oriented, collaborative mindset, who operates with a vision, delivers benefits to meet/exceed expectations, builds and enhances his/her teams, evaluates performance of self and others by results, plans for his/her team’s needs, anticipates project/organizational change, all while operating with Full Integrity.

　　Display Products is responsible for designing displays for both commercial and military avionics. The successful candidate will architect display solutions for our wide customer base to meet cost, schedule, and technical performance commitments, working closely with the Display Design and Technology groups consisting of both Hardware and Software Engineers. The successful candidate will interface with many functions outside of Display Products including Program Management, Engineering Leadership, Operations, peers in other departments & directorates, and customers in both commercial and military markets.

　　Experience related to the design and development of avionics displays is desired; engineering design experience and Earned Value management experience is strongly desired. Excellent communication and presentation skills are critical for this position for briefings to executive leadership and customers. Flexibility to adapt to the needs of our diverse customer base in various markets is required. Involvement in bid and proposal work is expected.

　　This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.

　　Primary responsibilities:

　　Developing smart and remote display architectures and design approaches

　　Advanced Display technology development and maturation

　　Technical proposal development

　　Developing trade studies focused on technology options and price-to-win

　　Developing Display technology and product roadmaps

　　Awareness of roadmaps from other Avionics engineering organizations

　　Product design and development

　　Review of Systems Engineering artifacts across multiple programs

　　Teaching and mentoring

　　Some domestic and international travel is expected

　　Contributing to FAA certification of products

　　Familiarity with AMLCDs used for avionics as well as emerging Display Technologies

　　Ensures compliance with Avionics Engineering Processes

　　Ensures compliance with Program / Product requirements as reflected in design plans

　　Maintains awareness of Displays technology and Company's competitive position

　　Qualifications/Experience Required:

　　Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 16 years of relevant experience

　　U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required.

　　https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

　　A degree in Electrical or Systems Engineering is preferred

　　Development experience spanning the entire product life-cycle

　　Successful leadership experience in developing certified flight deck displays

　　Experience with Avionics regulatory and certification requirements: TSO, DO-160, DO-254, DO-178B/C

　　Demonstrated success in balancing system performance and affordability

　　Strong communicator, able to interface with the spectrum of individual contributor to executive leadership

　　May be subject to a government security investigation/reinstatement and must meet eligibility requirements

　　Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

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　　This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program. The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey. Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience. Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.

　　Minimum Program Qualifications To qualify for the Raytheon Technologies, Re-Empower Program, candidates should:

　　Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application

　　Have prior experience in functional area of interest

　　Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position

　　Our Avionics team advances flight deck solutions, airborne communications, vision systems, sensors and fire protection for commercial and military customers around the world. That means we’re helping people reach their destination safely and keeping pilots, passengers, flight crews, airlines, airports and military personnel connected and informed. And we’re providing industry-leading fire protection and safety systems that our customers can count on when it matters most. Are you ready to learn from the most knowledgeable experts in the industry, develop the technologies of tomorrow and reach new heights in your career? Join our Avionics team today.

　　Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.

　　WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

　　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.

　　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.

　　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, additional life 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, child and elder care services

　　Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

　　And more!

　　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 that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

　　The salary range for this role is 143,000 USD - 287,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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