Director, Strategy – C2 and AI (Connected Battlespace Strategy) (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-11-19

Country:

United States of America

Location:

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

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

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

Security Clearance:

DoD Clearance: Top Secret

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.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced product Strategy Director to lead the C2 Pillar and AI foundational enabler components of the Connected Battlespace Strategy that will drive growth, innovation, and competitive advantage for Mission Systems. The role requires a background in military C2 as well as application of AI to expand capabilities and accelerate decision making.   The ideal candidate will collaborate with senior leadership, cross-functional teams, and external stakeholders to identify opportunities, inform investment priorities, and develop gap closure plans to ensure long-term success. 

 

What You Will Do

• Lead the C2 pillar within the Connected Battlespace Strategy 

• Lead the AI foundational enabler strategy applied across all the pillars of the strategy 

• Investment Strategy: Responsible for Mission Systems Financial Planning (SFP) investment planning and alignment to inform the overall investment strategy

• Pillar, Foundational Enabler and Segment Strategies: Develop pillar strategies to guide decision-making and strategic priorities

• Strategic Planning and Analytics: Lead pillar strategic planning efforts and support Collins-level analytics and strategic development activities to ensure alignment with corporate objectives

• Technology and Segment Gap Analysis: Conduct Mission Systems level technology and segment gap analyses to identify areas for improvement, innovation, and growth opportunities

• Executive Communications: Support executive communications related to strategy, including preparing materials for leadership presentations, board meetings, and other key engagements

• Comprehensive Strategy Development: Develop and implement strategies to achieve business objectives and enhance market positioning

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 14 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 12 years of 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

Qualifications We Prefer

• Active or Existing Secret or Top Secret Clearance preferred

• Primarily experience working in the C2 Pillar-domain

What We Offer​

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance  ​

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees  ​

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate