Propulsion Electrification Value Stream Leader (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2023-11-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

A01: Rockford - Aerospace 4747 Harrison Avenue, Rockford, IL, 61125 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

The Electric Power Systems Value Stream is searching for a Manager, Value Stream Leader to lead Propulsion Electrification programs. Primary program responsibilities will be hybrid propulsion and all electric technology applications within the non-core and emerging markets, including but not limited to advance air mobility (AAM), urban air mobility (UAM), and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

The VSL is accountable for the full lifecycle of products and programs from inception through completion, inclusive of pursuit and order capture, design and development, produce to deliver, service/support, and long-term strategic business plan. Assigned as the chair of the Integrated Project Team (IPT) accountable for managing the contract lifecycle, cost, schedule, performance and on-time delivery of company programs or subsystems of major programs.  Serves as the face of the organization to customers.  Has responsibility for project execution and budgets within the Value Stream.

It’s a highly visible opportunity to grow your leadership skills and make a valuable impact within both EPS and the broader Collins & RTX electrified aircraft strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate is someone who develops strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers, models inclusive leadership behaviors, and thrives working in a matrixed environment on an international cross-functional team.

May be eligible for relocation

Primary Responsibilities:

• Leads development programs to ensure adherence to program plans, schedules and budgets for programs under his/her/their responsibility and recommends appropriate adjustments.

• Influence maturation of product technology to serve assigned markets (current and future) achieving customer technical requirements, cost, schedule & industrialization plan

• Accountable for entire performance of the assigned Value Stream and influences matrixed IPTs decision making.

• Accountable for managing all aspects of income and spending - forecasting, cost management, and engineering/program spending.

• Ability to influence and negotiate elements with appropriate customers to achieve and/or exceed enterprise commitments while improving customer satisfaction.

• Leads complex, international teams with some matrixed responsibilities over sub-system teams.

• Serve as the Capture Manager for new business opportunities, to include developing customer relationships, win strategies, developing estimates, management of timely submittals of major proposals and contracts, and conduct successful customer negotiations.

• Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules, proactively identify problems and obtain solutions, such as allocation of resources or negotiating contractual specifications.

• Be responsible for risk/opportunity management and earned value management of assigned work to ensure on-time and within budget completion, including work performed at subcontractors.

• Direct the work of employees assigned to the program from a technical, manufacturing, contractual and financial perspective.

• Be responsible for assuring that all functional aspects of the group perform in a manner which supports business unit and program/customer commitments, including Program Management, Finance, Quality, Operations, Business Development, Engineering, and Contracts.

• Organize and conduct program status reviews, team meetings, Collins Management System (CMS) planning documents, and various other regular business activities.

• Support the alignment and implementation of CORE and CT3 processes/tools within the Value Stream.

• Represent the company to applicable customer interfaces and resolve customer satisfaction issues with diverse customers related to the business group.

• Represent the program to our company senior management, managing and reporting revenue, gross margin, capital expenditure, new business development, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications/Experience Needed:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with aircraft electric power and/or aircraft propulsion systems.

• Previous project leadership and and budget management within a matrixed environment.

• Familiarity with Intellectual Property (IP) generation, management, and protection methods.

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.

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second.  Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

#reempowerprogram

This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program. The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey. Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience. Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.

Minimum Program Qualifications To qualify for the Raytheon Technologies, Re-Empower Program, candidates should:

• Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application
• Have prior experience in functional area of interest
• Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position

Collins Aerospace Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

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.
 

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

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.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 

• 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! 

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.

                                                                                  

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

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