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Date Posted:
2024-10-17Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USAPosition Role Type:
OnsiteJoin the Mission Systems Open Communication Systems Department and help shape, define, and design next generation solutions that connect militaries around the world! As part of the Open Communications Systems department, you will lead teams in the design and develop new technologies that support industry leading software-defined networking products. You will play an integral role in developing the next generation of technology for existing and new platforms, as well as interface with multi-discipline engineering teams to create total system solutions, both internal product line and external customer solutions, addressing Joint All Domain Command and Control. To view more on Mission Systems, click here!
Our Network Systems Solutions and Demonstration Team is seeking a Senior Systems Engineering Manager who is eager to engage in all aspects of the design process, including system-level trade analysis, requirements development, system architecture and design, performance assessment, integration and testing, as well as verification, validation, and support for fielded products.
As a vital member of our team, you will leverage your understanding of systems and software engineering processes along with your experience in leading projects or teams, particularly in the area of communication and networking products. In this role, you will manage and mentor a team of intermediate to experienced professionals while overseeing various stages of the design and development process. Your ability to drive project success through effective communication and collaboration will be essential, and your contributions will play a crucial role in our overall success.
What YOU Will Do:
YOU will lead a dynamic team of engineering professionals, collaboratively setting objectives and crafting innovative approaches to achieve project goals, leveraging expertise in systems and project engineering for success.
YOU will establish clear objectives and inspire the team to execute innovative approaches that drive successful results.
YOU will understand and communicate policies, practices, and procedures, influencing others while driving moderate to significant improvements in processes, systems, or products to enhance performance.
YOU will execute short-term (less than 1 year) operational plans or projects that have measurable contribution towards the achievement of results. Projects can be people or technically focused.
YOU will be proficient in process, technical, and team problem-solving for complex issues across multiple sites and products, while effectively communicating with stakeholders both within and outside the team.
YOU will contribute to key HR decisions regarding talent acquisition, promotion, performance management, and rewards for direct reports.
You will have the ability to lead a technical team and effectively manage complex projects, ensuring successful delivery on time and within scope.
Qualifications You Must Have:
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Qualifications We Prefer:
Fluency in program & project management methodologies including Waterfall, SAFE Agile and financial approaches such as Earned Value
Demonstrated experience leading programs to production, through all stages of life cycle
Knowledge of networking engineering fundamentals including: IP Addressing and Subnetting, Routing and Switching, Network Protocols, Network Security, and Network Topologies
Proven experience in capturing, designing, and decomposing system requirements.
Strong ability to manage program technical risks by thoroughly evaluating requirements and design aspects.
Successful track record in program pursuit and capture, including concept development, technical writing, and work estimation.
Expertise in planning project-level work to consistently meet schedule, cost, and performance goals.
Effective in interacting with engineering management, design teams, and executive leadership to drive project success.
Communicate effectively with Program Management, Business Development and Sales teams
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Serve as liaison between functional discipline groups and internal and external customers
Ability to travel occasionally to domestic and international locations
Familiarity with military concepts of operations
Familiarity with networking concepts, including the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model
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 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!
Learn More & Apply Now!
Mission Systems:
Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission 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.
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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:
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
* 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.
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.
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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