Senior Manager, Structural Engineering (Hybrid)
About The Position
Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. Mechanical Integrity Analysis plays a mission-critical role within the Structures Engineering organization (Stress, Dynamics, and Thermal) under Global Technical Solutions. This team is at the forefront of ensuring the structural reliability, durability, and performance of Environmental and Airframe Control Systems (EACS) and Engine Control Systems (ECS) across the entire product lifecycle—from early proposal and concept development to production, certification, and in-service support. Reporting to the Structures Engineering Department Manager, this position combines deep technical engagement with impactful people leadership. The successful candidate will shape strategy, elevate engineering rigor, and cultivate a high-performing team accountable for delivering safe, innovative, and customer-focused solutions. We are seeking a dynamic leader who inspires excellence, champions collaboration, and empowers engineers to push boundaries while delivering results that matter.
Requirements
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
- The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Nice To Haves
- Prior people management experience
- Experience communicating across several functions and levels
- Active Security Clearance
Responsibilities
- Provide enthusiastic leadership for the team aligned with Global Technical Solutions' mission, strategy, and annual plan.
- Manage staffing for all mechanical integrity activity across EACS and ECS product lines and across all life cycle phases: Proposal, development, qualification, and field support
- Utilize project management methodologies including workload estimates, resource scheduling, and risk identification and management
- Resolve priority conflicts
- Provide customer status & alignment
- Performance feedback and development
- Develop individual training plans and department training strategy in support of long-term strategic team and discipline health
- Drive functional process development and improvement (e.g., Standard Work)
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
- And more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
