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Associate Director, Mission Systems Engineering…
- RTX Corporation (Aguadilla, PR)
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Date Posted:
2025-10-20
Country:
United States of America
Location:
HPR01: Collins Puerto Rico- Aguadilla Road 110 North Km 28.8 San Antonio Industrial Park, Aguadilla, PR, 00603 USA
Position Role Type:
Hybrid
Security Clearance:
None/Not Required
Collins Aerospace has an exciting opportunity for a strategic and results-driven **leader** to become a staff member of the **GETC Mission Systems Engineering Team** . In this role you will be responsible for driving the long-term vision and execution of engineering capabilities across **all disciplines** . You will build and lead high-performing teams, foster strong global and local stakeholder relationships, and represent **GETC MiS Puerto Rico** in forums as a respected technical and organizational leader.
This position is based at our **Aguadilla, PR** location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered.
This role is categorized as **hybrid** , with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote following the schedule assigned by the Manager.
What YOU will do:
+ Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a long-term engineering roadmap aligned with business goals, in partnership with global and local stakeholders.
+ Team Leadership: Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and engineering managers across software, electronics, and mechanical domains. Promote a collaborative and high-performance work culture.
+ Capability Building: Strengthen the technical depth and breadth of the organization to meet increasing engineering ownership and delegation. Focus on developing competencies, tools, and processes that drive quality, autonomy, and efficiency.
+ Operational Performance: Manage organizational performance across cost, schedule, quality, and technical metrics. Ensure predictable project execution and support continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., CORE).
+ Technical Excellence: Stay current on emerging technologies, industry trends, and regulatory requirements relevant to aerospace systems. Ensure engineering excellence in design, development, and delivery.
+ Stakeholder Engagement: Build trusted relationships with cross-functional teams, global program partners, and senior leaders. Deliver clear and insightful updates through business reviews and reports.
+ Organizational Development:
+ Lead efforts in talent acquisition, development, mentoring, and retention.
+ Drive performance management and coaching to address development needs and ensure high team engagement.
+ Champion change management and support cultural and organizational evolution.
+ Governance & Compliance: Ensure adherence to engineering standards, processes, and regulatory requirements. Support audit readiness and organizational accountability.
Qualifications you must have:
+ Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience.
+ 10+ years of engineering leadership experience, including managing complex programs and cross-functional teams in a global, matrixed environment.
+ Demonstrated success in delivering technical solutions within the aerospace or similar safety-critical industries.
+ Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English (verbal and written).
+ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
+ The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
Qualifications We Prefer:
+ Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams in a high-technology environment.
+ Strong technical foundation across one or more domains: embedded software, mechanical systems, electrical design, or systems integration.
+ Effective strategic thinker with strong execution skills.
+ Excellent communication, influence, and relationship-building skills across diverse teams and leadership levels.
+ Strong problem-solving, organizational, and analytical capabilities.
+ Business-savvy and experienced in project budgeting, planning, and risk management.
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
+ Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
+ Life insurance and disability coverage
+ Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions.
+ And more!
Learn More & Apply Now!
Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, 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.
Join our growing team in Puerto Rico, where you will provide critical support to all Collins SBUs, working on exciting programs and projects ranging from the development of the next generation of advanced concept ejection seats to the latest technologies for the U.S. warfighter.
WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.
* Please consider the following role type definition 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.
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.
_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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