Date Posted:

2024-12-03

Country:

United States of America

Location:

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

Position Role Type:

Onsite

This position is for an engineer to perform design cost management.  The primary focus of this position will be to provide Design to Cost (DTC) support for product design and development in Avionics programs.

Responsibility involves actively incorporating cost considerations into every aspect of the product design process, ensuring that design decisions are made with the primary goal of achieving a specific target cost while still meeting functional and quality requirements, typically by analyzing material selection, manufacturing methods, and assembly procedures early in the design phase to optimize costs throughout the product lifecycle.

Design to Cost provides project teams with a leadership role for achieving recurring cost requirements through the application of innovative cost reduction strategies. The role allows for a complete Life Cycle approach to cost management from the inception of the system architecture through the design for optimized build and test in the factory.

Design to Cost offers great opportunities for a diverse work environment, playing a critical role in key business pursuits and product development efforts.  Performing cost management is a very dynamic role, gaining exposure with all levels of leadership in a wide variety of product types.

What YOU Will Do:

Supports the strategic effort to define affordability goals and means for achieving those goals during proposal and execution phases of typical development programs.Supports the design of systems utilizing cost reduction techniques relevant to mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing variables.Provides project teams with a focal point for low-cost solutions by coordinating the involvement of low-cost enabling functions (design for manufacturability, design for testability, Strategic Sourcing, Application Engineering, Test Engineering, etc.). Including Manufacturing time studies as well.Performs or direct others in the performance of cost analysis and support the proactive achievement of cost goals for typical systems and products under development.Identifies drivers of cost and propose alternative solutions for cost reductions.Utilizes Critical thinking and problem solving – willingness to dig and drive solutions based on data analyzeResponsible for validating cost requirements/targets against pertinent business plan(s) and programmatic expectations.Participates in preparation of proposals and presentations to internal and external customers.Serves as project leader coordinating the efforts of other professionals and technical support personnel. Strong cross functional interaction/teamwork and collaboration.Knowledge of business & technical consistent processes, including being proficient in O365 tools with an emphasis on Excel (Macro experience preferable)Knowledge of principles and techniques commonly used in product development.Perform assignments requiring the use and application of electromechanical engineering principles and techniques.

Key responsibilities under a Design To Cost approach include:

Setting cost targets: Help to establish a clear target cost for the product.Cost analysis during design: Continuously evaluating the cost implications of design choices, including materials, components, manufacturing processes, assembly methods and reuse.Cost modeling and simulation: Utilizing tools to predict the cost of a design based on selected materials and manufacturing techniques. Value engineering: Identifying areas where cost can be reduced without compromising product functionality or quality. Collaboration with cross-functional teams: Working closely with engineers, manufacturing teams, procurement, and marketing to ensure cost considerations are integrated throughout the design process. Early cost identification: Proactively identifying potential cost drivers in the early design stages to allow for necessary adjustments. Cost tracking and reporting: Monitoring actual costs against the target cost throughout the design process and reporting deviations to relevant stakeholders. Design for manufacturability: Optimizing design features to facilitate efficient production processes, minimizing waste and unnecessary steps. Supply chain engagement: Collaborating with supply chain to identify cost-effective materials and manufacturing options. 

What YOU Will Learn:

Learn and take advantage of opportunities to excel professionally with RTX's exceptional employee scholar programs and continuing educationLearn to thrive and be supported in a dynamic team-driven environmentLearn to become a champion within our CORE Operating Systems

Qualifications You Must Have:

Background in product design, development, and factory transitionTechnical Experience in Mechanical, and/or Industrial EngineeringExperience with system-level requirements and how they relate to recurring costExperience with engineering and manufacturing processesExperience with key production-based cost driversExperience with design trade-off techniquesExperience with cost estimating techniquesTypically 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 or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Qualifications We Prefer:

Knowledge of business & technical consistent processes, including being proficient in O365 tools with an emphasis on Excel (Macro experience preferable)Knowledge of principles and techniques commonly used in product development.Perform assignments requiring the use and application of electromechanical engineering principles and techniques.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

Medical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionEmployee Scholar Program, tuition reimbursement programLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy: Pet Insurance, Home and Auto, additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legalOvia Health, fertility and family planningEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 5 free counseling sessionsIncentives for a Healthy YouBright Horizons, back-up child / elder care and college coach resourcesAutism BenefitDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsAdoption AssistanceTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion programAnd more!

May be eligible for relocation.

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Minimum Program Qualifications

Be on a career break of one or more year at time of applicationHave prior experience in functional area of interestHave interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies 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.

Our Avionics team advances flight deck solutions, airborne communications, vision systems, sensors and fire protection for commercial and military customers around the world. That means we’re helping people reach their destination safely and keeping pilots, passengers, flight crews, airlines, airports and military personnel connected and informed. And we’re providing industry-leading fire protection and safety systems that our customers can count on when it matters most. Are you ready to learn from the most knowledgeable experts in the industry, develop the technologies of tomorrow and reach new heights in your career? Join our Avionics team today.

Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course, that wouldn’t be possible without the capabilities and technologies of our organization, as well as our engineers – a highly skilled, accomplished network that spans more than 180 sites, 24 countries and 6 Strategic Business Units (SBUs).

Our industry-leading experts are setting the standards for the aerospace industry and paving the way for the future. But as new challenges present themselves, we need fresh, creative and motivated minds to overcome these hurdles, help us break barriers and achieve new levels of innovation. Do you have what it takes to join a global, diverse organization that doesn’t shy away from big opportunities? If so, we invite you to join our ranks and create the next generation of aerospace technologies.

Together, we will nurture an engineering culture that values intellectual curiosity, risk takers and integrity. A place where we will challenge ourselves, our teams, and the status quo and where we will work to find a way – the right way – to achieve what others can only dream of.

*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.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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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