Sr. Manager, Carbon Product and Process Development; Onsite

US-CO-PUEBLO-050 ~ 50 William White Blvd ~ BLDG 50

United States of America

Onsite

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

None/Not Required

Not Required

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.

This role plays a key part in strengthening the consistency, reliability, and performance of our carbon–carbon brake manufacturing processes. Reporting to the Manager of Pueblo Program Engineering, the Program/Process Engineer drives systematic identification, analysis, and reduction of variation through disciplined application of Variation Modes and Effects Analysis (VMEA). By enabling data‑driven insights and fostering collaborative problem‑solving, this position will drive variation reduction in both manufacturing processes and product performance, while supporting a culture rooted in continuous improvement.

• Model the highest standards of compliance, safety, ethics, and operational excellence.
• Use stakeholder input to shape and prioritize product and process development activities that align with business strategy.
• Establish clear development milestones, ensuring disciplined execution, validation, and documentation.
• Define and drive the long-term product and process capability roadmap to meet evolving market and business needs.
• Mentor, develop, and inspire a high‑performing technical team while building a strong succession pipeline.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, and leadership teams.
• Navigate and lead through high‑complexity engineering challenges, particularly in tribological and high‑temperature composite systems.
• Balance speed of development with the need for robust, scalable, and validated processes.

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience.
• 5 + years leading an Engineering team.
• Demonstrated experience advancing new product and process capabilities from concept through implementation.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence across organizational boundaries.
• Proven success managing complex technical programs, schedules, and budgets.
• U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

• MS/PhD in Chemical, Ceramics, Aerospace, Materials, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in aerospace or other highly regulated industries.
• Lean, Six Sigma, and RCA/RCCA experience.
• Previous experience in high temperature composite systems and advanced material characterization.
• SAP/MES familiarity and data analytics capability.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

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