AI/ML Architect - Associate Director (Hybrid)

Date Posted:

2026-08-11



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-NC-CHARLOTTE-2730 ~ 2730 W Tyvola Rd ~ TYVOLA



Position Role Type:

Hybrid



U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.



Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required



Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Collins Aerospace is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking AI/ML architect to be part of our Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Solutions organization. This role is responsible for translating business requirements into AI architecture blueprints, success metrics, and roadmaps. In this role, you will partner with AI leaders and implementors across Collins and RTX to strategically align on capability delivery and lead the end-to-end architecture of AI and Machine learning (ML) solutions across the Collins landscape. This role bridges business strategy, data science and engineering to design scalable, secure, and production-ready

AI/ML solutions that drive measurable business value.

If you are passionate about AI/ML architecture and have expertise in incorporating them with an extended ecosystem of business-critical applications, we invite you to apply and contribute to transformative initiatives within our global organization.

** This is a hybrid-based position at one of Collins’ major facilities. **

What YOU will do:

Strategy & Architecture

• Define Collins AI/ML architecture aligned with Business goals and digital strategy

• Establish reference architectures, design patterns and standards for AI/ML solutions.
  Lead the adoption of modern AI capabilities (e.g. Generative AI, Deep Learning, NLP, RAG).

• Collaborate with Domain Architects in Security, Infrastructure, Data & Business unit, to refine and evolve the Solution architectures, processes, practices, leveraging architectural frameworks (e.g. TOGAF, Zachman, DODAF, etc.).

Solution Design & Delivery

• Architect end-to-end AI/ML solutions (data ingestion, feature engineering, model development, deployment, monitoring) for business use cases.

• Partner with AI teams, Data Scientists and Engineers to operationalize models.

• Ensure scalability, reliability, and performance of AI systems in production.

Data & Platform Architecture

• Define architecture for data pipelines and feature stores to support ML workloads.

• Ensure integration with enterprise data ecosystems and APIs.

Governance, Risk & Ethics.

• Establish AI governance frameworks (model validation, explain ability, bias detection).

• Ensure compliance with security, privacy, and regulatory requirements.

• Promote responsible and ethical AI practices.

Technology Leadership

• Stay current with emerging trends (LLMs, Vector databases, etc.)

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to teams.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with business leaders to identify AI opportunities.

• Translate business requirements into technical solutions.

• Communicate architecture decisions to executive and technical stakeholders.

Qualifications YOU Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree,

• U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

• 8+ years of broad-based experience in Data and AL/ML architecture, deployments, integration, or consulting, with extensive experience in implementing AI/ML Solutions for large complex organizations.

• In-depth knowledge of AI/ML frameworks. Expertise in data architecture, distributed systems and APIs. Experience with CI/CD for ML, Model monitoring, and versioning (MLOps).

• Proven track record as a Solution Architect or Technical Lead, crafting new solutions and delivering business outcomes.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with Generative AI/ Large language Models (LLMs). Knowledge of vector databases, embeddings and prompt engineering.

• Familiarity with data and AI/ML concepts and technologies.

• Strong understanding of AI ethics, governance and regulatory frameworks.

• Relevant experience in Aerospace & Defense industry preferred. Familiarity with the unique needs of manufacturing and aerospace, including compliance, quality management, and traceability.

• Experience with working on enterprise architecture frameworks  (TOGAF, Zachman, DoDAF) & tools (SparxEA, Cameo, LeanIX). Certification in any of the framework’s a plus.

• Experience with Agile methodology such as Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and tools such as Jira.

• Exceptional interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills, with an ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Ability to balance innovation with pragmatic delivery. Lead and influence without authority.

• Demonstrated experience in guiding cross-functional teams and fostering alignment on architecture strategies across stakeholders.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits packages include:

• 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! 

Learn More & Apply Now!

Do you want to be part of a new, exciting initiative to combine foundational IT with new digital technologies?  Our Digital Technology team is driving business efficiencies and a better customer experience by connecting technologies, people, information and processes. From making aircraft more electric, intelligent and integrated to building new software platforms such as Internet of Things, big data, artificial intelligence, and blockchain, there’s no better place to be right now than in digital. If you’re an agile thinker who enjoys utilizing modern technology to make big improvements, then you’re a perfect fit for this team. Join Collins Aerospace to help us revolutionize the aerospace industry today!

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

* 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.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 157,200 USD - 298,800 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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