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Are you an experienced engineering leader with a passion for innovation and team development? Collins Aerospace, a division of RTX, is seeking a dynamic Senior Electrical Engineering (EE) Manager to drive excellence in new product introduction. In this role, you will lead and develop a team of approximately 26 electrical engineers—empowering them to deliver high-performance, cost-effective solutions while meeting customer expectations and program goals. Youll play a critical role in ensuring technical excellence, resource alignment, and adherence to best practices in electrical design and development.
 

As the EE Manager, youll spearhead competency growth, mentor top engineering talent, and collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Value Streams, Operations, and Supply Chain to drive optimal design solutions. From overseeing design processes to supporting production and MRO efforts, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, guiding your team through all phases of product development. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a track record of delivering results while fostering technical growth, we invite you to lead the future of electrical engineering at Collins Aerospace!

What You Will Do:

• Build core competencies within the EE team
• Coach, train, and counsel direct reports to improve performance
• Develop and implement electrical design best practices, processes, and procedures within the standard work framework
• Implement and support standard work processes across all programs to deliver consistent results
• Work cooperatively with Engineering, Value Stream, Operations, and Supply Chain to achieve optimal design solutions
• Participate in the proposal process to develop and review cost estimates and proposal packages where EE resources are required
• Ensure individual development plans are accomplished
• Ensure compliance with all EH&S policies and procedures, including engineering labs
• Responsible to deliver against the cost, schedule, and technical requirements of the program as defined by the chief engineer or product team leadership in accordance with standard work. Deliverables include but not limited to, design/development, peer/design reviews, electrical analyses, validation/verification activities, and design documentation (drawings, reports)
• Work with direct report manager to review the Electrical Discipline Health Assessment/Skills Matrix, identify skills/tools gaps/needs and develop/provide training as required
• Support production & MRO with electrical engineering resources as required for root cause & corrective action of product failures. Provide documentation to enhance product knowledge and improve technician troubleshooting skills

What You Will Learn:

• Cutting-Edge Product Development – Gain firsthand experience leading the development of next-generation aerospace electrical systems, from concept through production, while working with advanced engineering tools and methodologies.
• Strategic Leadership & Talent Development – Enhance your leadership skills by mentoring a diverse and highly skilled engineering team, shaping the future of Collins Aerospace’s electrical engineering talent.
• Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration – Work closely with cross-functional teams across Engineering, Operations, Value Streams, and Supply Chain to develop innovative, high-performance solutions for aerospace applications.
• Optimization of Electrical Design Processes – Deepen your expertise in standard work implementation, design assurance, and process optimization to drive efficiency and technical excellence across all programs.
• Complex Problem-Solving & Root Cause Analysis – Expand your ability to diagnose and resolve technical challenges, including failure analysis, corrective actions, and performance optimization in both new product introduction and MRO support.

Qualifications We Require:

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

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with experience managing and developing engineering teams
• Strong project planning and resource management skills, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple engineering disciplines and organizational levels
• Experience in new product development, from component-level design through integration, testing, and entry into service
• Strong process skills and familiarity with standard work methodologies
• Conflict resolution and negotiation skills to manage team dynamics and cross-functional collaboration
• Experience with all phases of design, development, qualification, and manufacturing processes
• Expertise in developing and implementing technical solutions for complex engineering challenges
• Knowledge of design practices, including: System-level performance optimization, Electromagnetic Interference & Compatibility, Bonding and grounding methods, Analog and digital circuit design and analysis, High-reliability and robust electronics, Circuit card layout
• Applicable military, commercial, and industry standards
• Experience in talent management, training, and development of engineering professionals
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering standard work and best practices

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. 

reempowerprogram 

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.

The salary range for this role is 124,000 USD - 250,000 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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