Associate Director, Aerospace Nacelle Equipment Manager (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-08-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-CHULA VISTA-B107 ~ 850 Lagoon Dr ~ BLDG 107, Mail Zone 1-C

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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.

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.

The Aerospace Nacelle Equipment Manager to oversee the equipment organization of 60+ engineers globally located. The role will lead the lifecycle management of specialized equipment used on Engine Nacelles and will include setting the requirements through development, testing, and into production. This role ensures equipment readiness, regulatory compliance and supplier management through certification.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the equipment function across our global engineering sites
• Manage all nacelle-related equipment from definition of requirements through to full qualification.
• Develop and maintain equipment strategies including supplier management, program and customer integration.
• Serve as the primary liaison between program, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality, and external vendors for equipment-related needs.
• Oversee equipment design, qualification, certification, and compliance with airworthiness authorities and company policy.
• Manage equipment performance in production as well as the field; identify opportunities to improve reliability, throughput, and safety.
• Identify Vertical Integration (VI) opportunities. Establish technology development plans in support of VI activities.  Drive execution of technology projects to establish our capability in these new technologies.  Once technology is mature, work with programs to introduce VI components into production nacelle configurations.
• Lead equipment-related risk management activities, including obsolescence planning and contingency strategies.
• Support new product introduction by ensuring required test and production equipment is planned, sourced, on budget and schedule.
• Resource and financial planning and execution in line with allocated budgets.
• Manage equipment, capital planning and forecasting; prepare business cases for new investments.
• Ensure all equipment aligns with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Develop and grow talent through training and development programs.
• Support audits, customer reviews, and regulatory assessments related to equipment management.

Qualifications You Must Have: 

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience.
• Experience in aerospace nacelles, aerostructures, or complex mechanical systems.
• Experience with regulatory requirements (FAA, EASA) and industry quality standards (AS9100).

Qualifications We Prefer: 

• Strong knowledge of aerospace equipment suppliers and processes.
• Proven experience in equipment lifecycle management.
• Excellent communication, planning, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced engineering and production 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 retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option   

• Tuition reimbursement pr