Date Posted:

2025-01-28

Country:

United States of America

Location:

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

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

Are you interested in 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?

This position is for an Electrical/Mechanical Engineer to perform design cost management.  The primary focus of this position will be to provide DTC support for product design and development in Mission Systems 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 analyze

Responsible 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 )365 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. 

Supplier engagement: Collaborating with suppliers 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 education

Learn to thrive and be supported in a dynamic team-driven environment

Learn to become a champion within our CORE Operating Systems

Qualifications You Must Have:

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience

Background in product design, development, and factory transition

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

Technical Experience in Mechanical, Electrical, and Industrial Engineering

Experience with system-level requirements and how they relate to recurring cost

Experience with engineering and manufacturing processes

Experience with key production-based cost drivers

Experience with design trade-off techniques

Experience with cost estimating techniques

Qualifications We Prefer:

Knowledge of business & technical consistent processes, including being proficient in )365 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:

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  

Eligible for relocation

And more!  

Learn More & Apply Now!

Mission Systems: 

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 customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today. 

#reempowerprogram 

This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program.  The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey.  Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience.  Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.  ​

Minimum Program Qualifications:

Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application

Have prior experience in functional area of interest

Have interest in returning in either a full time or part time position

* Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite.  Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. 

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.

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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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