Associate Director AI/ML Lead - ART (onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-03-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

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.

Collins Aerospace Applied Research & Technology (ART) is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AI/ML) leader for a global team of engineers and data scientists. This team is chartered with creating, maturing and transitioning innovative data-centric solutions across engineering as well as trusted deployment in our aerospace products and services. This role requires a deep understanding of AI/ML technologies, strong leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives. As a member of the broader ART leadership team, the successful candidate will also contribute to strategic planning, business development, and direct engagement with our internal and external stakeholders. Our partners include RTX Technology & Global Engineering, Collins Engineering & Technology, leading universities, innovative small businesses, and industry peers. Our customers include the Collins businesses as well as external government research organizations and global public/private partnerships. 

This individual will work onsite in one of our primary locations such as Cedar Rapids, IA, East Hartford, CT or Charlotte, NC.

What YOU will do:

• Lead and manage a global team of AI/ML engineers and data scientists in the creation, development and deployment of AI/ML solutions

• Formulate and execute AI/ML strategies that align with the company's business goals and objectives

• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of AI/ML projects and initiatives

• Pursue innovative technology offerings with external technology customers, both aligning technology development with customer priorities and influencing technology customer interests

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, DT, and other shared functions to integrate AI/ML solutions into products and services

• Brief leadership on the latest advancements in AI/ML technologies and industry trends

• Attract, develop, advocate and retain the next generation of technologists

• Manage project timelines, risks, resources, and budgets to ensure successful project outcomes

• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence

• Represent Collins on national and international working groups and industrial standard and/or governance bodies as appropriate

• Must be willing and able to travel up to 20% of the time (domestic and international)

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 or in absence of a degree, 16 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

• 2+ years experience in managing engineering teams and R&D projects

• 4+ years of recent experience in AI/ML research & development, including driving early-stage concepts through to technology adoption. This could include experience in areas such as data analytics, machine learning, deep learning, reinforced learning, generative AI, symbolic AI, and related technologies

Qualification We Prefer:

• Experience with cloud platforms and services for AI/ML deployment

• Ability to communicate and present to all levels of the organization

• Experience in the aerospace and defense industry

What We Offer:

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