Manager - Component Engineering Services & Support

<p><b>Date Posted:</b></p><span>2026-08-06 </span><p><b>Country:</b></p>United States of <span>America </span><p><b>Location:</b></p>US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-108 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG <span>108 </span><p><b>Position Role Type:</b></p><span>Onsite </span><p><b><span>U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:</span> </b></p>U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this <span>program/contract. </span><p><b>Security Clearance Type: </b></p>None/Not <span>Required </span><p><b>Security Clearance Status: </b></p>Not Required<p></p><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p>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.</p><p>Manager, Engineering Services &amp; Support</p><p></p><p>We have an immediate need for a <b>Manager, Component Engineering Services &amp; Support </b>in our Cedar Rapids, IA facility OR Melbourne, FL facility to lead the Component Engineering (CE) Services <span>team.  This</span> team is responsible for creating, modifying, and maintaining all CE component specifications and data tables while ensuring compliance with all Global Trade requirements across <span>Collins.  Role</span> often collaborates with key stakeholders in Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Program Management, Procurement, Quality, etc. communities to ensure timely release of component specifications.</p><p></p><p><b>Position is on-site in Cedar Rapids, IA OR Melbourne , FL</b></p><p><b>Relocation assistance will be provided</b></p><p></p><p><b>What You Will Do:</b></p><ul><li><p>Lead, mentor and grow a team of experienced professionals.</p></li><li><p>Develop operational plans with direct impact on planning activities and the achievement of results; leads in the development of integration for technical activities.</p></li><li><p>Responsible for implementing product design and changes.</p></li><li><p>Presents written reports to senior level management for review, provides secondary approval for expenditures, enforces company policies, and makes decisions about the purchase of materials and services based on spending requirements.</p></li><li><p>Advises engineers on technical support for a variety of tasks.</p></li><li><p>Implements business and strategic planning processes.</p></li><li><p>Responsible for implementing short and long-term organization goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.</p></li><li><p>Drive continuous improvements within the component specification process to improve first pass yield completions.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Qualifications you Must Have</b></p><p></p><ul><li><p>Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.</p></li><li><p>5+ years of experience drafting and maintaining engineering documentation.</p></li><li><p>3+ years of experience interpreting engineering drawings and vendor data sheets.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Qualifications We Prefer:</b></p><p></p><ul><li><p>Working familiarity with Collins Component Engineering processes.</p></li><li><p>Prior experience leading a team of professionals.</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated success working as part of a cross-functional team in a matrixed environment.</p></li><li><p>Experience with analyzing data.</p></li><li><p>Excellent verbal/written communication to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b>What We Offer</b></p><p></p><p>Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   </p><ul><li><p>Medical, dental, and vision <span>insurance  </span></p></li><li><p>Three weeks of vacation for newly hired <span>employees  </span></p></li><li><p>Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option  </p></li><li><p>Tuition reimbursement program </p></li><li><p>Student Loan Repayment Program  </p></li><li><p>Life insurance and disability coverage  </p></li><li><p>Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection </p></li><li><p>Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits </p></li><li><p>Ovia Health, f