RTX · 1 day ago
Automation Proliferation Lead Industrial Engineer (Onsite)
US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-108 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 108
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$108K/yr - $204K/yr
8+ years expRTX is a leading company in the aerospace sector, seeking an Automation Proliferation Lead Industrial Engineer to support their Avionics teams in Cedar Rapids, IA. The role focuses on applying advanced Industrial Engineering concepts to enhance manufacturing operations and drive efficiency through automation and process improvements.
AerospaceManufacturingSecuritySensorTelecommunications
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Become a subject matter expert on manufacturing processes utilizing the latest automation machinery
Develop and manage site-level and Iowa-level automation roadmaps, aligning priorities, timelines and savings
Knowledge of machine/capability
Program Management skills-
Organize/prioritize new production automation/technology onboarding to sites
Resource planning; machine/HC
Liaison between sites , Adv Mfg, and NPI
Identify process improvements opportunities using analysis, modeling, benchmarking, research, etc
Conduct studies on cost control, productivity, cost reduction, inventory, and production record systems
Contribute to plans for allocation of resources, materials, and personnel to establish maximum utilization
Prepare project cost estimates and cost benefit analysis to validate cost against pertinent business plan(s) and program expectations
Achieve economic goals for complex systems and products in production and/or under development
Ability to travel around Iowa Ops sites frequently is required, however limited overnight stays needed
Qualification
Required
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
Demonstrated knowledge of data collection, analysis, and visualization
Experience working with Operations Automation equipment and ability to learn new machinery coming to the our sites
Preferred
Strong teaming skills to work with multiple levels of stakeholders (factory operators, peers, & management)
Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
Process flow optimization
Problem solving/root cause analysis
Cost benefit analysis
Station loading/line balancing, staffing planning, and capacity analysis
Standard work documentation
AutoCAD and 3D modeling
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance
Programming and integration of automated equipment
Experience modifying and troubleshooting machine programs
Experience developing preventative maintenance schedules
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
And more!
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.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.2MKey Investors
LIFT Ecosystem Accelerator
2024-02-22Grant· $0.2M
2019-06-09Acquired
2010-01-14Grant· $3M
Leadership Team
Daniel Conroy
Chief Technology Officer - Digital
Kevin DaSilva
Corporate Vice President & Treasurer
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