Distribution Manager for E-7A Software & Systems (Hybrid) - Military Veterans

Date Posted:

2024-11-22

Country:

United States of America

Location:

A01: Rockford - Aerospace 4747 Harrison Avenue, Rockford, IL, 61125 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

We are looking for a Software and Systems Manager to support the E-7A program for the Electric Power Systems Distribution product design team. This manager would be responsible for a team, including hybrid and remote team members, engaging in full life-cycle development (plan, design, implement, and verify) of secondary power distribution products.

The Software and Systems Manager is expected to coordinate the activities of assigned software and systems engineers on E-7A, and work with the Program Manager, Chief Engineer, SIPT, other internal functions, and external customer daily to ensure program execution and customer commitments are being met. This position requires excellent communication, organization and delegation capabilities.

What You Will Do

• Act as the management focal point within Distribution for E-7A software and systems support, providing first-line management of resources and skill sets for the program.

• Interface directly with the technical engineering team supporting E-7A Distribution software and systems to manage and execute the full life-cycle development (planning, requirements, design, verification, certification/qualification) of distribution systems and software.

• Be accountable for the team’s project engineers’ estimations/budgeting, schedule development, work order/charge number creation, and periodic program reviews.

• Interface with PMO, including SIPTS and chief engineers, to review and coordinate customer and supplier support for the program.

• Attend and support customer meetings and teleconferences.

• Collaborate with sourcing and project management teams to align on outsourcing needs, including allocated budget, timelines, and required skills, and to create or update the applicable Statement of Work (SOW) for the program.

• Prepare, monitor, and potentially be responsible for the program’s budget, staffing, outsourcing PO management, and/or business/operational results.

• Oversee outsourcing purchase orders, including timely review and approval of respective invoices for the program.

• Provide direction, coaching, and guidance on company policies and internal processes to employees as required.

• Actively engage with employees through one-on-ones to support their goals, performance, and development.

• Mentor and coach junior staff within the department, preparing them for current and upcoming business roles.

• Lead teams, develop talent, and build competency, which may include managing remote or offshore team members in a highly detail-oriented environment.

• Complete the summarization and distribution of performance reviews for assigned engineers.

• Contribute directly to department strategy, considering both immediate and long-term goals.

• Collaborate proactively with fellow management in Distribution to support long-range planning activities, including forecasting resource demands and assessing skill gaps to meet key business goals and customer deliverables.

• Develop strong cross-functional relationships with other leadership teams to establish a well-integrated approach to development programs.

• Work with associated leads, Discipline Chiefs, and program leadership to ensure best practices and design strategies are integrated into program plans.

• Engage with cross-functional peers to help remove bottlenecks and facilitate smoother, more consistent execution of internal development processes.

• Work effectively in a cross-functional environment with allied engineering groups and customer staff.

• Maintain a passion for technology, people development, and systems/software engineering.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a 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. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here:  https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Qualifications We Prefer

• Over 10 years of experience managing and executing the full life-cycle development of complex software and systems, ideally within the aerospace or defense industry.

• Experienced leading and mentoring cross-functional teams, including remote and offshore members, while fostering talent development and ensuring project success in a highly detail-oriented environment.

• Experienced in budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation, along with the ability to manage outsourcing needs, create Statements of Work (SOW), and handle purchase order management for large-scale programs.

• Experienced collaborating with various teams, including engineering, sourcing, and customer-facing staff, to align on program goals, remove operational bottlenecks, and support long-range planning efforts.

What We Offer

Benefits

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!  

May be eligible for relocation.

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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 

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second.  Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight! 

*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.

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The salary range for this role is 118,000 USD - 246,000 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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