Collins Aerospace · 9 hours ago
Associate Director – SBU & Digital Architect (Hybrid)
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$157K/yr - $299K/yr
10+ years expCollins Aerospace is a leader in aerospace technology, seeking an Associate Director – SBU & Digital Architect to establish digital strategies to accelerate digital transformation. The role involves collaborating with various teams to align technology initiatives with business goals and drive innovation through effective communication and leadership.
AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Demonstrates expertise, authenticity, and a commanding presence that earns trust and respect from peers and Executive Leadership
Exhibits strategic thinking and decisiveness in aligning technical outcomes with business needs
Speaks with clarity, poise, and authority, adapting tone and messaging to engage and influence audiences
Possesses rich Information Technology (IT), Systems Engineering or related field experience, with a strong understanding of architectural principles and industry best practices
Ability to analyze industry trends and emerging technologies to anticipate their impact on enterprise strategy and drive innovation
Acts as a Digital Technology (DT) thought leader and architectural evangelist, effectively communicating complex ideas to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Actively seeks cross-functional partnerships to align technology initiatives with business goals with the intent to maximize impact
Identifies and champions opportunities where digital solutions can create measurable business value
Takes the lead in driving discussions, proposing solutions, and ensuring follow-through on strategic initiatives
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. RTX will not offer sponsorship for this position (U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder)
Extensive Technical Leadership – 10+ years of experience in senior-level technical roles, guiding architecture and engineering initiatives across complex environments
Broad Enterprise Architecture Expertise – Deep hands-on experience across Systems Engineering, Digital Engineering, Infrastructure, Application Architecture, Integration, Business Architecture, Cybersecurity, and Data domains
Digital Transformation & Product Lifecycle Knowledge – Strong understanding of digital transformation strategies, product development, and full product lifecycle management
System Architecture & Integration – Proven ability to design and validate system architectures and Systems-of-Systems (SoS) integration approaches
Strategic Technology Planning – Skilled in identifying and planning future-state architectures and technology pipelines aligned with business goals
Innovation Through Technology – Demonstrated success in conceiving and delivering innovative, value-driven solutions using emerging technologies
Industry Standards & Frameworks – Familiarity with industry-standard technology frameworks and methods (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman, DoDAF, etc.)
Adaptability & Growth Mindset – Eagerness to expand technical capabilities and apply new knowledge to solution development
Educational Background – bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Executive-Level Communication – Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to senior business leaders, customers, and C-suite executives
Cross-Functional Leadership – Proven ability to lead collaborative, flexible, and productive teams across business functions, geographies, and disciplines
Strategic Stakeholder Engagement – Skilled at interfacing with executive-level stakeholders to align technical initiatives with business strategy and outcomes
Mentorship & Team Development – Experience mentoring junior associates and enhancing team communication and customer-facing capabilities
Global & Enterprise Acumen – Comfortable supporting organizations and adapting strategies to meet varied business needs across regions
Preferred
Current DoD Security Clearance or the ability to obtain a clearance
Advanced Degree (i.e., M.S., Ph.D.) or domain experience in any of the key technology space capabilities (i.e., cybersecurity, AI / ML, Data Analytics)
Industry recognized Enterprise Architect certifications (i.e., Open Group Certified Architect, AWS Certified Solution Architect, etc.)
Operationalized Agile Software Development understanding / practices
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.
Company
Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace is an RTX business.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-07-21Acquired
Leadership Team
Brad Haselhorst
Vice President and General Manager, Interior Products
Greg Gernhardt
VP Boeing Programs
Recent News
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