Fuel Controls Technical Manager (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2024-08-13

Country:

United States of America

Location:

01: Building 01 Windsor Locks One Hamilton Road, Windsor Locks, CT, 06096 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Collins Aerospace, part of RTX, is a leading force in advanced aerospace and defense solutions. We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technical Manager to lead a team in optimizing manufacturing processes. This role involves designing and improving manufacturing activities to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and top-quality results. The ideal candidate should have robust experience in manufacturing engineering, project management, and team leadership.

If you’re ready to tackle exciting challenges and lead transformative changes, Collins Aerospace is the place for you. Apply today and be a part of our mission to push the boundaries of technology and excellence.

What You Will Do

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of manufacturing engineers.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.

• Coordinate with other departments to ensure alignment of manufacturing objectives with overall company goals.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.

• Use Lean Manufacturing and CORE operating principles to drive process optimization.

• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for manufacturing issues.

• Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of engineering projects.

• Develop project timelines, budgets, and resource plans.

• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

• Provide technical guidance and support to the engineering team.

• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices.

• Evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies and methodologies.

• Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with quality standards and regulations.

• Collaborate with the quality assurance team to develop and implement quality control procedures.

• Monitor production metrics and quality data to identify areas for improvement.

• Work closely with NPI team, facilities, engineering and operations teams to ensure manufacturability of new products.

• Communicate effectively with senior management, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.

• Prepare and present reports on project status, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience 

• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here:  https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Qualifications We Prefer

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership role.

• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.

• Proven project management skills, with experience managing multiple complex projects.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong leadership and team development abilities.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in CAD software, ERP systems, and manufacturing process simulation tools.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

What We Offer

Benefits

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 retir