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Date Posted:

2025-11-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE

, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

This role, focused on **modernizing Avionics factories** involves an exciting and challenging blend of **project management, technical and fiscal analysis, and operational oversight** . You will upgrade systems, improve efficiency, and integrate new technologies identified internally or at the enterprise level. You will own the development and execution of holistic strategies in concert with peers across the organization to transform manufacturing across Collins Aerospace.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

+ **Project** **M** **anagement** **:** Plan, execute, and control modernization projects, managing scope, schedule, and budget, often using agile or waterfall methodologies.

+ **Technical** **A** **ssessment** **:** Evaluate current factory infrastructureidentifying areasin which thebroader Collins organization can help Avionics improve productivity.Assess the impact of new technologies like robotics, connected factories, and artificial intelligence and communicate how best to utilizeto propel our business.

+ **Strategic** **P** **lanning** **:** Define modernization objectives, develop a multi-year playbook, and conduct cost-benefit analyses to align with business requirements. Quicklyacquire and deploy knowledge of enterprise systems and their role in enabling business operations.

+ **System** **I** **ntegration** **:** Ensure new systems are integrated with legacy systems and other digital tools, addressing challenges like data migration and interoperability. This role will actively contribute to the successful execution of major system transitions, such as SAP and Manufacturing Systems, to drive business efficiency and transformation.

+ **Change** **M** **anagement** **:** Manage project risks, resolve issues, and ensure engagement and smooth transitions for employees, including training and communication.

+ **Stakeholder** **C** **ollaboration** **:** Partner with various stakeholders, including operations, IT, and engineering, to ensure project success.This will include regular engagement with the wider Collins strategic steering team.

+ **Develop** **O** **thers** **:** Mentorproject leads on development of proposals and the ability to turn complicated system architectures into easy-to-understand plans and communications.

+ **Site Visits:** Travel to locations across the network to benchmark, plan, and execute projects.Travel volume will be dependent on active projects.

QUALIFICATIONS YOU MUST HAVE:

+ Typically requires University Degree and minimum 12 years prior experience with manufacturing systems or environments _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.

+ 10+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.

+ Must be able to travel at least 25%

QUALIFICATIONS WE PREFER:

+ Background in Manufacturing Support in a high-mix factory or with systems that support factories.

+ Ability to work across the organization vertically and horizontally to drive consensus and change across a complex matrixed organization.

+ Polished, effectivecommunication andpresentationskills with the ability to influence with data stories up through executive leadership.

+ Bias for action and desire to take charge and provide direction and steady leadership of varied dynamic teamswith frequent change.

+ Results oriented, strategicallycommits to a direction and drives operations to completion.

+ Thrives under pressure with demonstrated ability to manage adversity and challenging situations.

+ Collins Enterprise Values including Trust | Accountability | Respect | Collaboration | Innovation.

WHAT WE OFFER

BENEFITS

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!

This position may be eligible for relocation.

Learn More & Apply Now!

_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. _

_Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from_ _aircraft_ _and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today._

**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._

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.

_As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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 147,000 USD - 295,000 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 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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