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Avionics Advanced Capabilities VSL (Onsite)-April 2024
Cedar Rapids
Apr 27, 2025
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About Avionics Advanced Capabilities VSL (Onsite)

  Date Posted:

  2023-11-15

  Country:

  United States of America

  Location:

  HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

  Position Role Type:

  Onsite

  This position is for an Advanced Capabilities product line Value Stream Leader (VSL) within the Advanced Systems and Architectures organization.Primary responsibilities for this position include VSL support of the Autonomous Operations Strategic Initiative, spearheading strategic planning for advanced system capabilities, execution of cross product line and cross business unit product/system developments, and development and management of a common demonstration strategy within Avionics.Qualified candidates should have a strong background in avionics products and systems and project management with experience leading and managing complex product or system developments. Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to apply strategic insight and critical thinking in solving complex problems. Candidates will also balance technical knowledge and business acumen in their management approach.A product line VSL leads the Integrated Project Team (IPT) through the life cycle tenets of the Collins Management System (CMS) for their assigned product line; inclusive of pursuit and order capture, design and development, produce to deliver and long-term strategic business plans. Primary responsibilities include spearheading strategic planning for assigned product lines, using price to win and market data to drive design decisions, execution of product developments, and promoting cross-business product synergies to support business unit objectives. The product line VSL directs all phases of product line strategy and development from inception through completion.The preferred location for this role is in Cedar Rapids, IA. Remote may be considered for highly-qualified candidates.Primary Responsibilities:

  Provides VSL support of the Autonomous Operations Strategic Initiative (SI)Develop and manage an advanced capabilities roadmap enabling enhanced safety and single pilot operations in Avionics.Leads medium to large size programs to ensure adherence to program plans, schedule, and budgets for programs under his/her responsibility and recommends appropriate adjustments.Provides VSL support for Avionics product line segment analysis.Develops product line investment business cases, new business growth strategies and drives annual strategic planning efforts for the business.Identifies product requirements for key program pursuits and development of the product line.Oversees creation of product and solution roadmaps for NextGen Systems and identifies opportunities to generate product reuse across multiple programs.Identifies and reacts to program problems and recommends solutions, such as allocation of resources and changing contractual specifications, and assists in resolution development for escalated problems.Execution responsibilities include cost, schedule, technical performance, risk management, product support, manufacturing, and quality of all assigned product lines.Work with all business units to ensure customer commitments are met or exceeded.Interfaces with internal customers for project specifications to ensure successful completion.Leads decision making for the IPTs and applying critical thinking where incomplete data exists.Communicates vision to their IPT and stakeholders within and outside of the function, as well as connects how the vision fits within the Aerospace market. Requires ability to communicate with senior executive leadership regarding matters of strategic importance to the organization.Prepares and presents value-stream strategy, progress, and results.Consolidates and presents progress reports at program or product reviews.Establishes data and cost-focused performance targets and directs work to achieve these targets.Accountable for the overall performance of the assigned value stream.Qualifications/Experience Required:Typically requires:Bachelor's degree and 10 years of prior relevant experience OR Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience OR In absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.Experience leading product and/or system developments.Demonstrated ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders to achieve enterprise commitments is required.Must have experience leading highly complex teams with matrixed responsibilities.Preferred Qualifications:Prior experience working on Avionics Programs.Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.Our Avionics team advances flight deck solutions, airborne communications, vision systems, sensors and fire protection for commercial and military customers around the world. That means we're helping people reach their destination safely and keeping pilots, passengers, flight crews, airlines, airports and military personnel 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.#reempowerprogramThis 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

  To qualify for the Raytheon Technologies, Re-Empower Program, candidates should:• 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 positionDiversity 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.WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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.

  Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

  Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.

  Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world - and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

  Medical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursement programStudent Loan Repayment ProgramLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsOvia Health, fertility, and family planningAdoption Assistance Autism BenefitEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessionsHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards programDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsBright Horizons, child and elder care servicesTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program And more! 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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