Sr. Mgr, Engineering - Reliability, Maintainability and Safety (Hybrid - Burnsville, MN; Bothell, WA; Cedar Rapids, IA)
RTXDate Posted:
2026-06-04

Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-MN-BURNSVILLE-WEST ~ 14300 Judicial Rd ~ WEST BLDGPosition Role Type:
HybridU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62Security Clearance Type:
None/Not RequiredSecurity Clearance Status:
Not RequiredCollins Aerospace is seeking a passionate Senior Engineering Manager to lead a growing Reliability, Maintainability, and Safety (RMS) engineering team that supports the development of innovative aviation solutions. If you are interested in a dynamic environment for personal and professional growth, we invite you to explore this opportunity!
The selected candidate will be a critical member of the RMS / HF (Reliability & Maintainability, System Safety / Human Factors) Engineering department within the Collins Aerospace Product Safety organization. The department supports the life cycle of Collins products and programs in the RMS/HF disciplines.
This role will be worked hybrid in Burnsville, MN; Bothell, WA; or Cedar Rapids, IA. Relocation assistance is available.
What You Will Do:
The Senior Engineering Manager will lead a team of multi-site RMS engineers supporting products across multiple business portfolios within Collins Aerospace.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Attract, develop, and engage a talented and expert team through cultivating an environment of autonomy, mastery, and purpose.
Build and promote the capabilities of the team. Responsible for identification and development of key roles and succession planning.
Foster active and open communication to work in partnership with engineering teams across portfolios.
Promote adherence to and advancement of Collins RMS process throughout the lifecycle of products and systems.
Drive a culture of quality, consistency, and continuous improvement within team. Ensures team understands and implements necessary processes, standards, tools, templates, etc.
Oversees and participates in development of engineering bids; approves work scope for cognizant developments.
Responsible for program performance for cognizant projects and tactical execution of day-to-day operations.
Manage technical execution, cost and schedule performance, and maintain performance metrics for management review and continuous improvement.
Identifying the necessary staff, facilities, and equipment needed for successful execution of projects.
Promote, foster, and drive a culture of high ethical standards for the RMS organization.
Travel up to 20% to support multiple sites
Qualifications You Must Have:
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience.
Project Management experience - project cost, schedule, and scope management.
Development background in systems, hardware, or software.
Experience in aircraft systems.
Experience coaching or mentoring in a formal or informal setting.
Qualifications We Prefer:
Knowledge of ARP4761/ ARP4754 / MIL-STD-882 / MIL-HDBK-217 / NPRD
Experience in RMS engineering activities
Experience working in Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) team environment
Knowledge of Civil and Military airworthiness standards
Experience with leading multi-geographic development teams
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
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!
Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:
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.
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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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