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Join Mission Systems Datalinks and Tactical Communications and help shape the future of space-based communication solutions for military operations worldwide. As an Associate Director of Communications Systems Engineering, you will lead a team in the design and development of software-defined radio (SDR) payloads spanning all spectrum bands for space applications. Your work will drive the next generation of space-based communication platforms, ensuring seamless connectivity across global defense networks.

In this role, you will collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to develop end-to-end system solutions for both domestic and international customers. Your responsibilities will include:

• Project management and system-level trade studies
• Requirements development and communication system architecture
• Performance assessment, integration, and testing
• Verification, validation, and field support

We are seeking a proven leader with a strong foundation in systems engineering development and experience managing complex projects or teams. If youre ready to contribute to cutting-edge space communications technology, we encourage you to apply!

What You Will Do 

• Lead and manage multiple teams of intermediate and experienced engineering professionals, collaboratively setting objectives and strategies to achieve high-impact results, utilizing expertise in systems and project engineering. 

• Define and guide departmental objectives and execution strategies to ensure successful achievement of targets. 

• Effectively communicate and influence policies, practices, and procedures within the directorate, driving alignment and impact across teams. 

• Spearhead significant improvements to processes, systems, or products, enhancing overall performance and efficiency within the work area. 

• Oversee the execution of short to medium-term (1-2 years) operational plans or projects, contributing measurable results that support broader organizational goals, with a focus on both people and technical aspects. 

• Tackle complex, undefined problems by leading investigations into root causes, leveraging extensive experience and cross-functional analysis across sites, geographies, and products to deliver solutions. 

• Maintain clear communication with internal and external stakeholders, including executive-level leadership, ensuring alignment and transparency across the organization. 

• Create and implement strategic workforce and staffing plans to ensure the department meets its business objectives and maintains high-performance standards. 

• Exercise authority in critical personnel decisions, including hiring, firing, promotions, performance evaluations, and rewards, ensuring the department operates at optimal capacity. 

Qualifications You Must Have 

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 16 years of relevant experience 

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date 

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance 

• Prior experience in personnel management 

Qualifications We Prefer 

• TS/SCI clearance preferred 

• Hands on experience in communication or RF products 

• Experience and demonstrated competence in technical leadership (project engineer or other technical lead) for large complex programs 

• Experience in system level development, requirements definition, analysis, integration and risk mitigation for large communications systems 

• A strong preference for applicants with a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering 

• Experience with Agile development methodologies 

• Experience with Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools (CAMEO) for developing architectures and functional analysis 

What We Offer: 

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 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!  

Relocation Eligibility 

• Eligible for relocation 

Learn More & Apply Now!​ 

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.  

*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.  

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 147,000 USD - 295,000 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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