RTX · 1 day ago
Sr. Manager, Automation Systems Eng V
RTX is a leading company in aerospace and defense, seeking an experienced Sr. Manager for the Automation Systems Engineering team. The role involves leading a team of engineers to develop and deploy manufacturing automation and digital solutions, ensuring project execution aligns with strategic goals.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate with program and factory customers to identify, develop, and deploy manufacturing automation and digital solutions
Support early 'New Product Introduction' activities including Design for Manufacturing engagements to shape Raytheon products and automation solutions
Support continuous improvement, upgrades, and sustainment of deployed automation systems using core Automation skills including PLC programming, Robotics programming, Vision programming, HMI programming, SCADA development and controls upgrades
Provide technical leadership to full project lifecycle from requirements generation through project execution and into sustainment
Responsible for developing and executing a strategic plan, developing and maintaining factory automation/I4.0 roadmaps, and supporting the department’s Product strategies/roadmaps driving common automated solutions, maximizing affordability and speed to market across sectors
Responsible for leading, developing, and mentoring a team of engineers
Establish measurable goals for products, track progress using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and make data-informed adjustments to ensure optimal performance
Expected to Travel 25% of the time
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Experience with industrial robots and programing PLC's
Experience with industrial vision systems
Preferred
Active DoD Secret Clearance
Demonstrated strong communication skills including the ability to convey complex technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience with automation sustainment and/or troubleshooting, including knowledge of electrical/mechanical drawings and schematics
Experience with deploying complex IIOT based systems
Experience with Cognex and/or Keyence vision systems
Experience with Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Professional experience with the full life-cycle product development and integration of automation systems (vision, robotics, servo, controls, etc.)
Ignition development experience
Python or other scripting experience
Data analysis or data analytics experience
Good knowledge of safety regulations (e.g. OSHA) and electrical compliances
Experience with control systems design (AutoCAD preferred)
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and experience with tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, etc
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Benefits
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
Holidays
Company
RTX
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.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.2MKey Investors
LIFT Ecosystem Accelerator
2024-02-22Grant· $0.2M
2019-06-09Acquired
2010-01-14Grant· $3M
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