Date Posted:

2026-04-17

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-108 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 108

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 certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX Corporation, we are redefining aerospace and defense. With a legacy of innovation and excellence, our mission is to protect and connect the world. Join our team to lead transformative manufacturing projects that shape the future of our industry.

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to oversee and execute complex manufacturing tool deployment projects supporting manufacturing. A successful candidate will have advanced data analytic skills, an ability to project management large scale site wide initiatives, and vision for long term sustainment. This would be inclusive of change management activities to align projects with company objectives. This role requires a collaborative leader capable of managing cross-functional teams and delivering results in a dynamic environment.

What You Will Do

Lead end-to-end project activities for manufacturing, including planning, execution, monitoring, risk management and closure.
Apply Certified Scrum Master (CSM) principles to foster agile project delivery and team collaboration.
Lead cross functional teams to develop and proliferate manufacturing workforce metrics, staffing, and schedule management tools used for sustainment and different reporting dashboards.
Designed and programmed a custom MS Access Database utilizing VBA and SQL
Drive process improvements and change initiatives using Prosci Change Management methodologies.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and supply chain, to meet project goals and deadlines.
Monitor project performance metrics and provide regular updates to stakeholders and leadership.
Address project risks and challenges proactively, ensuring timely resolution and minimal impact on deliverables.
Maintain compliance with all company and regulatory requirements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to write and deliver executive communication
Occasional business travel as needed

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications We Prefer

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Industrial Engineering or a related field
Experience with using SharePoint and Launchpad
Extensive user SAP experience and knowledge with supporting a manufacturing environment
Strong teaming skills to work with multiple levels of stakeholders (factory operators, peers, & management)
Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
Process flow optimization
Problem solving/root cause analysis
Cost benefit analysis
Station loading/line balancing, staff planning, and capacity analysis
Standard work documentation
AutoCAD and 3D modeling
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance
Programming and integration of automated equipment
Experience modifying and troubleshooting machine programs schedules

What We Offer Benefits
Some of our competitive benefits packages include: 

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 program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance         
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
And more!

Maybe eligible for relocation

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customers succeed today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibilities. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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