Date Posted:

2024-07-29

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA99: Field Office - IA Remote Location, Remote City, IA, 50301 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

Collins Aerospace Systems is searching for a Compliance Specialist to join our Avionics and Mission Systems team in Cedar Rapids, IA. This position will report to the Avionics Mission Systems Compliance Leader and be a key contributor to the Supply Chain Compliance team.

As the Compliance Specialist, you will perform and lead audits/inspection reviews and assist with special projects of supply chain operations and activities to determine the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control, risk management and governance processes of the purchasing system. Additionally, the Compliance specialist will support the lead for all purchasing related audits by both internal and external customers.

This role will be performed HYBRID from any Collins Aerospace location Cedar Rapids or other Collins location.

What YOU Will Do:

Responsibilities:

Generally works on some complex areas. Exercises independent judgment with some guidance in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

Supports leads in monitoring changes in U.S. Government regulations and supports work to align site policies, procedures, work instructions and tools to ensure regulatory compliance at the sites.

Assists in preparation of formal written reports and/or conduct oral briefings on audit related project and other related matters to leadership.

Assists with implementing inspection requirements for site purchase orders to ensure team members are complying with processes and standard work, Mission System policy and procedures as well as Collins/UTC policies and procedures.

Assist lead with external and government audit project related efforts.

Support process improvement activity to include development of tools and solutions to improve business results, this may include development and deployment of training for the purchasing system requirements, process, and tools.

Gain expertise in Supply Chain policies and procedures to support and assist/support in customer inquiries, reviews and audits of pricing information to include requests for purchasing data/reports – internal, external, third party, and government.

Responsible for providing input to lead to support decisions on the adequacy and effectiveness of purchasing system process, risk and internal inspection control disciplines that could adversely impact Corporate and Stakeholder value.

Develops and maintains strong working relationship with Corporate, Business Unit, and Shared Service leadership to ensure understanding and acceptance of audit issues impacting business risks and controls. May interface regularly with middle and senior level management (director and above).

Frequently reviews work of others. Acts independently with some guidance to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments.

Participate in appropriate professional organizations including but not limited to the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) to stay abreast to the U.S. Government regulations and processes. Attends/participates in appropriate level external conference or seminar to network.

Travel is twice a year domestic.

Expectations of the role:

The candidate would be a strong team member who can support internal customers.

The candidate will partner with stakeholders and other team members to support and direct others on policy.

The candidate must have excellent communication skills and work with multiple levels and cross-functional groups.

What YOU Will Learn:

The candidate will gain a better understanding of US Government regulations, including FAR and DFARS, as they relate to purchasing compliance.

The candidate will be paired with a mentor to better understand the role and gain the knowledge and confidence to be successful.

The candidate will have the opportunity to be involved with projects in different areas of the business, including LCC and supply chain.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience

3-5 years of experience in Aerospace Supply Chain, Audit or related experience

U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required

https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Qualifications We Prefer:

Some Procurement and/or Compliance experience with a working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and legal/contract terms and conditions

Self-motivated and a demonstrated record of accomplishments using process improvement tools

Demonstrated data analysis capability and excellent written and oral communication skills are required

Ability to work independently with some guidance on projects and assigned tasks as well as participate on cross-functional teams

Proficiency with MS Office products

Knowledge of SAP strongly preferred

Ability to collaborate and influence with stakeholders

Self-motivated with a high energy level

Able to assist in the development and deployment training materials

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

Maybe eligible for relocation

And more! 

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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.

Diversity 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.

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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 ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

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.

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 77,000 USD - 163,000 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/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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