Senior Manager, Trusted Components R&D

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Applied Research & Technology is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager of Trusted Components R&D to lead a multidisciplinary department of software, systems, cyber, and firmware engineers developing next-generation security capabilities for Collins products. The role leads engineering activities focused on security for future air and mission platforms, including communications, autonomous systems, and air vehicles, and develops novel security technologies that enhance product assurance and trust. The successful candidate contributes to strategic planning and business development and engages with business partners, defense customers, and government stakeholders to solve complex problems involving secure cyber-physical systems. The position is based onsite in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and requires travel of up to 10% as needed. U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance are required; an active and existing clearance is required after day one.

Requirements

Typically, a STEM degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and at least 7 years of experience.
Experience leading teams conducting engineering and rapid prototype development.
Expertise in cybersecurity, software design, and/or systems engineering.
Ability to work onsite and travel up to 10%.
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued Top Secret security clearance; an active and existing clearance is required after day one.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading technologists in a research and development environment.
Familiarity with U.S. Department of Defense 6.2 and 6.3 research organizations, such as DARPA, AFRL, ONR, NRL, and ARL.
Experience developing, integrating, and certifying new security technologies with embedded products.
Prior experience in defense platforms, cybersecurity, and system integrity.

Responsibilities

Lead engineers in developing and rapidly prototyping security technologies.
Collaborate with business partners to transition technology innovations into operational practice, incorporate early customer feedback, and align work with strategic goals.
Manage development of common, reusable security components that enhance the trust and integrity of Collins products across connected ecosystems.
Recruit, retain, and foster the professional growth of engineering talent.
Provide strategic input on technology roadmaps, investment opportunities, and product improvements across the Collins Aerospace cybersecurity portfolio.
Engage with the U.S. Department of Defense and other government research organizations to guide and influence security technology development.
Support pursuit and capture activities for government science and technology programs.
Travel up to 10% as needed to fulfill program and customer requirements.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
401(k) plan with employer matching and a separate employer retirement contribution.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Student loan repayment program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional pet, home, auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and identity theft protection coverages.
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
Fertility and family planning benefits.
Adoption assistance.
Autism benefit.
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
Wellness rewards program.
Virtual doctor visits and medical second-opinion service.
Child and elder care services.
Relocation eligibility.
Flexible spending accounts.
Flexible work schedules.
Paid time off and holidays.
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage.