Materials & Process Engineering Senior Manager(Onsite)
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. We are seeking a highly skilled and forward-thinking Materials & Process (M&P) Engineering Senior Manager to lead our technical team supporting Interiors products. This role is responsible for driving materials and process strategy, leading a team of engineers, and enabling the development, qualification, and industrialization of composite and metallic interior components.
Requirements
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
- Deep knowledge of composite materials, resin systems, bonding, cure processes, finishing systems, and qualification/verification methods.
- Proven experience leading teams, developing technical talent, and building engineering capability.
- Demonstrated experience in industrialization, production support, and transitioning technology from development into manufacturing environments.
- Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional leadership skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with aerospace interiors, cabin products, or high-rate composite manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with industry standards such as FAA/EASA regulations, fire/smoke/toxicity requirements, and aerospace material specifications.
- Experience implementing automation, digital manufacturing tools, or advanced process controls.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a global Materials & Process Engineering team, fostering technical growth, strong collaboration, and a culture of continuous improvement.
- Serve as the technical authority for materials, processes, and specifications across interiors product lines, ensuring compliance with aerospace regulatory and customer requirements.
- Oversee development, characterization, and qualification of composite materials, adhesive systems, metallic finishes, and other interior-related materials.
- Partner closely with Design Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain to industrialize new materials and processes, improve manufacturability, and support rate production.
- Drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions for material and process-related nonconformities, ensuring long-term robustness and performance.
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers, research institutions, and industry partners to stay ahead of emerging technologies and best practices.
- Champion process optimization, automation opportunities, and documentation improvements to increase efficiency and production readiness.
- Manage resources, project priorities, budgeting, and staffing to ensure team execution aligns with company goals.
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
- Carrot Health to hormonal health, fertility, and family building
- 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
