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RTX · 13 hours ago

Associate Director, Cyber Operations R&D (Onsite)

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

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$157K/yr - $299K/yr

10+ years exp

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced solutions for the aerospace and defense industry. They are seeking an Associate Director of Cyber Operations to lead a team of engineers in developing next-generation cyber capabilities for military platforms, focusing on security and innovation in defense technology.

AerospaceManufacturingSecuritySensorTelecommunications

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead a multi-disciplinary team of engineers responsible for development and rapid maturation of next-generation cyber capabilities

Engage with defense partners to rapidly transition new technology innovations to operational practice, incorporating early customer feedback and ensuring alignment

Recruit, retain, and professionally develop engineering talent across the team

Provide strategic input on technology roadmaps, investments in innovation, and product improvements across Collins cyber portfolio

Collaborate across the Applied Research & Technology organization, RTX businesses, and other business partners to identify new opportunities and innovations

Promote engagement with defense customers for the capture of new research and development contracts

Oversee the execution of complex customer funded programs, facilitating the transition from advanced research to practical operationalization at tactically relevant timescales

Cultivate a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration

Oversee departmental resource allocation, including budget management, staffing projections, and laboratory capital expenditures

Travel up to 20%

Qualification

Cyber securitySoftware designSystems engineeringEngineering leadershipRapid prototype developmentDefense platforms experienceStrategic planningBusiness developmentCustomer engagementCross-functional collaboration

Required

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience

Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret security clearance is required prior to start date

Experience leading teams conducting engineering and rapid prototype development

Recognized expertise in cyber security, software design, and/or systems engineering

Preferred

Experience leading technologists in an R&D environment

Experience with US DoD 6.2 and 6.3 research organizations (DARPA, AFRL, ONR, NRL, ARL)

Experience with competitive intelligence and competitive intelligence methods in the cyber operations domain

Experience leading pursuit & capture activities for government S&T programs

Experience with battle management systems, tactical communications, and/or military platforms

Experience in developing, integrating, and certifying new cyber operation technologies

Benefits

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 assistance

Company

RTX

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RTX is comprised of three market-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – working as one to answer the biggest questions and solve the hardest problems in aerospace and defense.

Founded in 1922

Arlington, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees