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City: Cedar RapidsState: IowaCountry: United StatesCategory: Engineering, SystemsJob Type: Full TimeDescription:Date Posted:2019-07-31-07:00Country:United States of AmericaLocation:HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USAAt Collins Aerospace, we’re dedicated to relentlessly tackle the toughest challenges in our industry – all to redefine aerospace.Created in 2018 through the combination of two leading companies– Rockwell Collins and United Technologies Aerospace Systems – we’re driving the industry forward through technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for global aerospace and defense. Every day we imagine ways to make the skies and the spaces we touch smarter, safer and more amazing than ever. Together we chart new journeys, reunite families, protect nations and save lives. And we do it all with some of the greatest talent this industry has to offer.We are Collins Aerospace and we hope you join us as we REDEFINE AEROSPACE.Our Avionics team advances aviation electronics and information management solutions for commercial and military customers across the world. That means we’re helping passengers reach their destination safely. We’re connecting aircraft operators, airports, rail and critical infrastructure with intelligent data service solutions that keep passengers, flight crews and militaries 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.Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course, that wouldn’t be possible without the capabilities and technologies of our organization, as well as our engineers – a highly skilled, accomplished network that spans more than 180 sites, 24 countries and 6 Strategic Business Units (SBUs).Our industry-leading experts are setting the standards for the aerospace industry and paving the way for the future. But as new challenges present themselves, we need fresh, creative and motivated minds to overcome these hurdles, help us break barriers and achieve new levels of innovation. Do you have what it takes to join a global, diverse organization that doesn’t shy away from big opportunities? If so, we invite you to join our ranks and create the next generation of aerospace technologies.Together, we will nurture an engineering culture that values intellectual curiosity, risk takers and integrity. A place where we will challenge ourselves, our teams, and the status quo and where we will work to find a way – the right way – to achieve what others can only dream of.Role OverviewReporting to the Business & Regional Avionics Programs Engineering Director, this position is responsible for the overall technical management of Business and Regional avionics Fusion systems engineering teams. These teams are responsible for maintaining, enhancing, and the development of new avionics systems for a range of programs within B&RA.This position offers an opportunity to guide multiple phases of the systems design and development process, from initial program pursuit through the design, development, integration, test and certification phases. Specific lead responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, providing the oversight and guidance for A/C application requirements analysis & trade studies, architecture definition, functional allocation, test and integration, engineering documentation, and other system/software engineering-related activitiesIn addition to project related activities, engineering management responsibilities include planning, organizing, resource allocation, conducting performance reviews, and overall administrative management responsibilities for the team. Candidates must be capable of developing and conveying the technical approach to customers, upper level engineering management, program management, and business development effectively. Candidates must also ensure engineering and program management are aligned in technical, financial, and staffing expectations in order to ensure pursuits are captured and programs can be successfully executed.Primary Responsibilities:The position involves the following engineering department management responsibilities:
Monitoring and anticipating changes in market trends and competitor's strategy and tactics to aid the business development organization.
Developing strategies, implementing plans, and directing execution necessary to achieve program area objectives for this area and those supported by this area.
Ensuring program contractual requirements are satisfied while achieving business area/profit center objectives.
Maintaining a competent and effective staff through effective hiring, training, and development of key personnel.
Recommending and implementing lean concepts to improve engineering productivity.
Striving for 100% internal and external customer satisfaction by obtaining and maintaining a clear understanding of the customer's needs and providing products and service to satisfy customer requirements.
Operating in accordance with Collins Aerospace policies and procedures and in compliance with accepted business ethics.
Qualifications:
This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in the appropriate discipline (STEM degree is highly preferred) and 10 years of relevant experience or an Advanced degree in the appropriate discipline and 8 years of relevant experience.In the absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience is required.
U.S. Citizenship or Green Card is required.
Avionics or aviation electronics background, ideally with commercial certification experience is required
A background in Systems and Software engineering is required
Must currently be an engineering leader or have recent leadership experience.
Additional Requirements:
A significant portion of the responsibilities for this position include execution of various business and regional avionics programs, both domestic and international. Therefore, it is preferred that candidates for this position have proven project execution skills, and also have demonstrated systems and software engineering experience in a lead role on complex avionics programs. This position may require direct involvement in industry wide initiatives, technologies, and certification trends (FAR 25.1302/1322, ARP 4754, STC and SOC airplane level certification activities).
Candidates must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, as well as customers and certification agencies. The position requires a close working relationship with program managers, product-line managers, multiple program systems teams, and other domain engineering teams and leaders. As such, applicant must have both strong interpersonal skills and a strong, broad-based technical competency.
This position may require occasional domestic or international travel.
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.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 Tuition reimbursement Life insurance and disability coverage And moreApply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.United Technologies Corporation 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.Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this link to read the Policy and TermsQualification:United Technologies Corporation 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.Thank you for your interest in a career at United Technologies! We will soon upgrade to an improved job application system to simplify the apply experience. You will still be able to apply to any of our current job openings through December 18, 2018. On January 2, 2019, our new and improved job application system will launch; please check back on that date to see all of our job openings.
