Industrial Engineer SME
About The Position
At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. The Power & Controls SBU is seeking a highly experienced Industrial Engineer to serve as a subject matter expert supporting all P&C sites. This Level 4 role is designed for a seasoned IE who excels in technical leadership, cross‑functional collaboration, and driving enterprise‑level performance improvements. The Industrial Engineer will act as an indirect working leader for early‑career engineers, a key trainer for core processes, and a project manager for strategic initiatives impacting manufacturing performance, digital maturity, and operational excellence. This position is onsite at one of our Power and Controls sites: Rockford - IL or Windsor Lock - CT , or Phoenix - AZ, or Charlotte - NC , or West Des Moines - IA. Relocation assistance will be provided.
Requirements
- A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience
- Manufacturing operations experience
- SAP experience.
Nice To Haves
- Industrial Engineering experience
- Experience using continuous improvement tools including LEAN, ACE, SixSigma, etc.
- Object oriented coding experience e.g., Visual Studio, Visual Basic, Python.
- Experience leveraging influencing, interpersonal, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills to drive results.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the IE SME and lead trainer for all Power & Controls Industrial Engineers, including SAP problem-solving, capacity tool ownership, and skill matrix maturity advancement.
- Lead standardization and improvement of machine capacity maturity across all P&C sites.
- Partner closely with SIOP and master scheduling to integrate Rough Cut Capacity (RCCP) processes and ensure accurate signaling for schedule simulations through SAP and Kinaxis.
- Provide CORE engagement support, including travel across P&C sites to lead improvement events and mentor new event leaders.
- Drive and transition digital and advanced manufacturing initiatives (RTLS, enterprise andon, etc.) from implementation to leveraging data for performance improvements and enhanced operational visualization.
- Utilize lean tools and methodologies to minimize waste and drive measurable performance improvements across manufacturing processes.
- Modify and optimize Industrial Engineering processes to enhance effectiveness and scalability across the SBU.
- Influence and guide a team of early‑career Industrial Engineers to ensure initiatives are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with site and SBU goals.
- Establish methods to maximize utilization of production facilities, equipment, and personnel.
- Collaborate vertically and horizontally across the business to reduce days‑to‑manufacture, increase throughput, and improve efficiency.
Benefits
- 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
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
