Fellow/Technical Director - Active DoD SECRET Clearance (HYBRID)

Date Posted:2024-05-16Country:United States of AmericaLocation:TX190: 2501 West University, McKinney 2501 West University , McKinney, TX, 75070 USAPosition Role Type:HybridAt Collins Aerospace, we’re working side-by-side with our customers and partners to dream, design and deliver solutions that redefine the future of our industry. By reaching across the markets, we serve and drawing on our vast portfolio of expertise, we are making the most powerful concepts in aerospace a reality every day. As the industry faces new challenges and embraces new technologies, Collins is collaborating and innovating with our customers to bring big ideas to life. And together, we're redefining the future of aerospace. We have an exciting new opportunity for a Technical Director (TD) within the Secure Mission Solutions (SMS) portfolio. This position supports the entire portfolio which includes mission processing, cross domain solutions, cryptographic networks/radios/link/space, as well as system integrity/cybersecurity and leads strategic roadmap development. SMS includes multiple geographically dispersed teams led by managers and/or supervisors across engineering functions. The selected candidate will possess the ability to work closely with Engineering, Value Stream Leaders, Program Directors, Business Development and the General Manager of the portfolio to build team cohesion and understand how to influence teams to make value added changes and develop a positive culture of continuous improvement, as well as the business acumen to effectively communicate and influence executive leadership.The Technical Director will own the establishment and execution of medium-term to long-term strategic roadmaps, plans, objectives, vision statements that align technology, customer needs and create the opportunities for our future business. This person must demonstrate a profound technical proficiency along with exceptional communication and presentation skills, as they play a pivotal role in shaping and influencing the business strategy which requires both depth and breadth in key technologies. The Technical Director is the key engineering member of the business, in conjunction with the General Manager and Business Development, and will be responsible for developing the strategies required to enable business pursuits and capture growth via strategic roadmaps. This person will provide a cohesive vision that aligns to customer needs as well as shaping/influencing future requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD), Office of Secretary Defense (OSD), National Security Agency (NSA), Anti-Tamper Executive Agent (ATEA) as well as other customers. Another aspect of this role will be enterprise mentorship. All engineering disciplines, inclusive of other Technical Directors and Chief Engineers will seek council and guidance from the SMS TD. This will enable the sharing of knowledge, drive quality and create new solutions. The TD will be the primary advocate for expansive technology, fused solutions and will influence the larger business with Non-Advocate Reviews, Design Reviews, and Customer Technical alignment. This technical leader will be actively engaged in other RTX business units and will be recognized for their technical expertise internally and externally to Collins. They will also meet the expectations of the Collins Fellow Program objectives - inclusive of Leadership & Technical Excellence, Innovation & Organizational Impact, Talent Capture & Mentorship.This position is eligible for relocation.Primary Responsibilities:

Work closely with Business Development on market trends and define the technology needs required to align the portfolio.

Define the strategic steps of combined roadmap development and alignment to customer needs.

Lead the establishment of objectives for execution of mapping and modeling of key engineering business process flows to optimize efficiency and meet program / customer needs.

Partner with divisional senior executive leadership, key stakeholders, process owners, and subject matter experts to identify key customer strategic initiatives

Lead in the definition and execution of engineering policies and procedures that bring value to programs and insight to leadership.

Mentor programs leaders, customer desires, wants and needs.

Identify and structure improvement opportunities and projects. Advise on and help drive the business operations agenda.

Lead cross discipline teams. Engage across disciplines to bring focus to strategic projects and add value and velocity to engineering.

Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across departments and business units.

Recommend, establish, and execute strategic projects. Implement process improvements, new processes and systems in support of engineering continuous improvement. Direct system enhancements in alignment with engineering strategy.

Understand and promote key analytical projects that assist and influence the business. Ensure alignment with the customer program objectives.

Be a resource for policy knowledge and provide strategic guidance on related issues to leadership.

Active engagement with RTX Business Units and recognized as an expert externally by regulatory bodies, customers and/or universities.

Provide leadership to facilitate high quality technical decisions, product competitiveness and robust solutions.

Engagement across the enterprise to share expertise, driving quality and success across the larger business.

Lead the development and execution of strategic plans to advance product technology and organizational capability.

Forward looking leadership to identify potential external technology disruptors and evaluate strategic applications.

Be active, visible, and engaged in external technical communities, government standards committees and shape the future of the business.

Actively engaged in the attraction of top technical talent. Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline.

Take personal responsibility to develop, advocate and retain the next generation of technical leaders, as well as delivering enrichment opportunities.

Up to 50-75% Travel

Qualifications/Experience Needed:

Experience with creating and maintaining directorate or organizational strategic roadmaps, customer trend analysis and disrupter technology.

Requires expert knowledge and mastery of multiple work areas typically obtained through advanced academic qualifications combined with experience.

Experience with establishing or modifying customer requirements, processes and procedures to drive positive results within the business.

Possess Patents, Publications, and/or Technical Presentations to industry.

Familiarity with Earned Value Management best practices and experience in execution

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 14 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree and minimum 12 years experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations

Active and transferable DoD Secret clearance is required prior to start date

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

Must have or be capable of obtaining a US Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance or special access as required. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation/reinstatement and must meet eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

Current Top Secret/SCI clearance is preferred

Advanced degree cyber security, anti-tamper, or other (e.g., CISSP).

Experience with cost accounting structure and financial systems

In depth knowledge of Mission Processing, Protective Technologies, and/or Cryptography

In depth knowledge of DoD/FAR compliance and regulations

Experience in and/or working with all engineering disciplines

Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and related tools (SysML, MagicDraw, Cameo, Rhapsody)

Experience with Cyber Security and good cyber hygiene practices for secure systems

Experience with NSA, AT, and CDS certification processes and working with these Government authorities preferred

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.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.WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for 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.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.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. Employee Referral EligibleHired 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. Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this link (http://www.rtx.com/privacy/Job-Applicant-Privacy-Notice) to read the Policy and Terms Raytheon Technologies 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.