Associate Director of Engineering

Job Overview Join Collins Aerospace’s Defense Technology organization and help shape next‑generation Command and Control (C2) capabilities. In this role you define architectures that determine how future air, space, maritime, and electromagnetic‑contested missions are coordinated and executed. You work at the intersection of advanced research, mission strategy, and real operational needs to turn emerging concepts into systems that transform how operators command, sense, and act across Connected Battlespace. Responsibilities Lead the creation and definition of C2 architectures that drive mission success and shape the future of command and control. Validate cutting‑edge architecture concepts and patterns in emerging C2 markets. Shape and execute technology roadmaps aligned to future C2 capability needs. Partner with strategy teams to assess and influence approaches to new C2 market opportunities. Lead system‑level trades, modeling, and analysis that inform key architecture decisions. Integrate electronic warfare effector concepts into cohesive, multidomain C2 architectures. Collaborate with engineering teams to transition architectural concepts into executable baselines. Deliver high‑impact technical artifacts, including architecture views, gap analyses, and capability roadmaps. Engage directly with customers and partners to refine operational needs and align them to technical solutions. Represent the organization in internal and external technical forums to advance innovation in C2 systems. Qualifications Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) or an advanced degree in a related field. Minimum 12 years of relevant experience (or 10 years if holding an advanced degree). 7+ years of relevant engineering or architecture experience, including developing or analyzing system architectures using industry frameworks such as DoDAF, UML, or SysML. Demonstrated experience with command‑and‑control systems, architectures, or mission workflows. Experience performing system‑level analysis and trade studies for complex mission systems. Familiarity with electronic warfare concepts, cyber operations, or effector systems. Experience communicating complex technical concepts to a variety of stakeholders. Preferred: Active TS/SCI clearance and experience engaging with customers in classified environments. Preferred: Advanced degree in systems engineering, computer science, or related discipline. Preferred: Expertise architecting or validating next‑generation or first‑of‑kind command‑and‑control systems. Preferred: Direct experience designing or integrating electronic warfare effectors into mission systems. Preferred: Prior involvement in shaping technology or product roadmaps for defense mission systems. Preferred: Experience working across strategy, business development, and engineering organizations to define new market opportunities. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees. Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option. Tuition reimbursement program. Student loan repayment program. Life and disability coverage. Optional coverages such as pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection. Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits. Ovia Health fertility and family planning support. Adoption assistance. Autism benefit. Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions. Healthy You incentives and wellness rewards program. Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits. Bright Horizons child and elder care services. Teladoc Medical Experts second‑opinion program. Eligibility for relocation. And more. Equal Opportunity Employer RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr