Date Posted:
2026-01-27Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-108 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 108Position Role Type:
OnsiteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62*Security Clearance Type:
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Not RequiredAre you looking for a rewarding job? Join our team as an Industrial Engineer Automation Proliferation lead, based in Cedar Rapids, IA and supporting all Avionics Iowa teams. You'll apply advanced Industrial Engineering concepts and analysis tools to drive transformative changes in manufacturing operations. You will contribute directly to our site's efficiency and competitiveness through CORE projects and process improvements focused on compliance, standard work, and cost reduction. Our Avionics team has invested heavily in automation equipment in our various sites, and this role is key to aligning all the sites vision under a single, cohesive plan to ensure our technology delivers its intended savings.
This role offers a blend of independent initiative and teamwork, involving close collaboration with manufacturing engineers, production personnel, management, facilities, advanced manufacturing, and NPI organizations. Located onsite in Cedar Rapids, IA, you'll play a crucial role in shaping our operational excellence and innovation. If you're passionate about Industrial Engineering and driven to make a meaningful impact in manufacturing, we encourage you to apply and join us in advancing our shared goals of excellence and innovation.
What You Will Do:
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Become a subject matter expert on manufacturing processes utilizing the latest automation machinery
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Develop and manage site-level and Iowa-level automation roadmaps, aligning priorities, timelines and savings.
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Knowledge of machine/capability
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Program Management skills-
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Organize/prioritize new production automation/technology onboarding to sites
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Resource planning; machine/HC
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Liaison between sites , Adv Mfg, and NPI
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Identify process improvements opportunities using analysis, modeling, benchmarking, research, etc.
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Conduct studies on cost control, productivity, cost reduction, inventory, and production record systems
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Contribute to plans for allocation of resources, materials, and personnel to establish maximum utilization
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Prepare project cost estimates and cost benefit analysis to validate cost against pertinent business plan(s) and program expectations
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Achieve economic goals for complex systems and products in production and/or under development
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Ability to travel around Iowa Ops sites frequently is required, however limited overnight stays needed
What You Will Learn:
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Become familiar with Collins Aerospace products, lean manufacturing objectives, and our advanced manufacturing machines
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Work cohesively with others of different backgrounds and ideas
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Opportunities for creating a strategic vision and execution to a project plan
Qualifications You Must Have:
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Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
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Demonstrated knowledge of data collection, analysis, and visualization
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Experience working with Operations Automation equipment and ability to learn new machinery coming to the our sites
Qualifications We Prefer
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Strong teaming skills to work with multiple levels of stakeholders (factory operators, peers, & management)
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Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
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Process flow optimization
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Problem solving/root cause analysis
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Cost benefit analysis
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Station loading/line balancing, staffing planning, and capacity analysis
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Standard work documentation
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AutoCAD and 3D modeling
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Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance
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Programming and integration of automated equipment
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Experience modifying and troubleshooting machine programs
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Experience developing preventative maintenance schedules
What We Offer:
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
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Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
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Tuition reimbursement program
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Student Loan Repayment Program
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Life insurance and disability coverage
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Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
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Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
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Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
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Adoption Assistance
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Autism Benefit
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Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
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Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
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Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
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Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
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Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
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And more!
Learn More & Apply Now:
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.
Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.
At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. 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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