Engineering Manager, Hardware Engineering; Onsite

Engineering Manager, Hardware Engineering (Onsite)

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Mission Systems Mission Critical Products (MCP) is seeking a dynamic Engineering Manager of Hardware Engineering to lead a mixed Mechanical & Electrical Engineering section within the Multi-Domain Assured Navigation & Timing Applications (MANTA) organization.

In this role, you will drive innovative, mission-critical solutions that empower defense customers with cutting-edge technology. Our team thrives on creativity, tackling complex challenges head-on, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible—all to deliver the most effective, resilient, and secure solutions for the Warfighter.

Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of defense technology!

This position requires onsite presence in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

• Lead a team of highly innovative engineers in the invention, development, build, and test of mechanical & electronic solutions supporting Assured Position, Navigation, and Timing products and technology.
• Oversee the mechanical & electrical engineering execution of internally and externally funded programs and IR&D projects, striving for 100% customer satisfaction.
• Develop innovation strategies via collaboration with internal and external customers and partner organizations across the company.
• Collaborate with personnel across Mission Systems and RTX to support technology transition planning and recommend projects for independent research & development (IR&D).
• Develop and nurture internal and external networks, forging relationships with peers across Mission Systems Engineering, Value Stream leadership, and Operations.

• You will have opportunities to communicate with executives to showcase the mechanical & electronics capabilities of the MANTA Hardware organization.
• You will enhance leadership skills through tactical and strategic planning and coordination.
• You will have the potential for career advancement in Engineering leadership roles.

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
• Must have or be capable of obtaining a US Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation/reinstatement and must meet eligibility requirements
• 3+ years experience leading cross-functional technical teams with a passion for challenging and developing people.

• Experience supporting pursuit, order & capture activities.
• Experience in identifying, communicating and mitigating risks
• Excellent verbal/written communication to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiar with product lifecycle to include Operations support partnership.
• Experience in building, mentoring, and growing high-performing teams.
• Experience in stakeholder management and ensuring that all teams remain aligned to business objectives, while maintaining a customer-centric approach.
• Proven track record of driving team accountability for meeting project deadlines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Highly self-motivated, enthusiastic team leader.
• Demonstrated capability in a fast-paced, dynamic, creative work environment.
• Demonstrated creative problem-solving and decision-making skills.

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, miss ionized 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.

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…