Senior Mechanical Engineering Manager (Onsite)

*Date Posted:* 2024-05-28*Country:* United States of America*Location:* MA802: Marlborough, MA Building 1 1001 Boston Post Road Building 1, Marlborough, MA, 01752 USA*Position Role Type:* Onsite*The Protected Communications Systems Hardware Department within the Collins Mission Systems organization has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineering Section Manager to join our team*.  Collins Aerospace, an RTX company is a world leader in advanced communication systems and is responsible for providing systems to all branches of the US military.  This position is for a Sr. Manager to lead the Mechanical Engineering Interconnections and MCAD Section within the Protected Communications Systems Hardware Department. The Protected Communications – Mechanical Interconnections and MCAD Section Manager will be responsible for leading a team of approximately 15 mechanical engineers and designers who provide mechanical engineering support to active product line programs, legacy fielded programs, business development for new captures, and to IRAD efforts. This team supports many activities, but its primary focus is on the Interconnection development and mechanical design support for satellite communication systems for airborne, shipboard and ground applications.  *This position is eligible for relocation assistance*. *Qualifications You Must Have*:     • Ability to apply mechanical engineering knowledge to solve complex design problems     • Ability to lead design teams from product concept definition to production     • Ability to interact productively with other team members across various disciplines, including systems engineering, electrical engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and program management     • Ability to perform as a change agent     • Experience with program cost and schedule monitoring and reporting     • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations 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     • Ability to obtain a SECRET Security Clearance or Higher is REQUIRED *Security Clearance*:       • Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security 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.  Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation/reinstatement and must meet eligibility requirements   *Qualifications We Prefer*:      • 5+ years of experience in Task Management or other Lead roles on Development programs.     • Working knowledge of military and commercial design, materials, and process specifications     • Able to identify and communicate technical issues and risks that may impact cost, schedule, or other aspects of product design     • Experience in bid and proposal development and project planning     • Experience as an IPT/CPT Lead, Chief Engineer or Program Manager     • EVMS Certified and professional exposure to EVMS or similar budget tracking system     • Excellent presentation and technical writing skills     • Experience in a product data management environment (PTC Windchill)     • Experience with RTX policies and processes *What We Offer*:  Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care. *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*.    *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.   Employee Referral Eligible 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.* *Privacy Policy and Terms:* Click on this [link](http://www.rtx.com/privacy/Job-Applicant-Privacy-Notice) to read the Policy and Terms