Date Posted:

2026-04-13

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

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.

The Applied Research & Technology team at Collins Aerospace is a global technology & innovation leader that works on cutting -edge, mission-critical projects that push the boundaries of what technology can do. With Next Gen. platforms in focus, we are creating innovative solutions for Advanced propulsion, Integrated thermal and Power Management Systems, Autonomy, Artificial Intelligence and circularity, redefining our industry with innovative partners, government and academia to research and advance transformative technologies for a safer, more connected, and sustainable world.

The Collins Aerospace Materials, Process & Engineering Laboratory provides experimental testing services for research, development, new product development, validation and verification, and in-service field issues. The Lab’s test facilities are organized into several specialized labs, including 1) Characterization - materials, chemistry, Metallurgy; 2) Microstructure, metallographic preparation; 3) Material processing; 4) Testing for mechanical, thermal properties; 5) Endurance testing; 6) Nano materials, coatings and composites.

The manager will ensure lab-activities and equipment support key deliverables. The team supports and develops advanced materials and manufacturing technologies of interest to all the company’s strategic business units ranging high temperature composites, additive manufacturing, metallic and non-metallic materials, failure analysis, test development, and surface/green technologies.

What You Will Do

Manage a team of onsite bargaining unit Lab technicians and engineers including motivation, training, and coaching.
Clearly and effectively communicate vision, direction, goals, and expectations.
Perform administrative function associated with hourly bargaining unit employees, including timekeeping, overtime, training, and performance feedback.
Interface between internal customers and Laboratory staff.
Define work schedule, job assignment, and equipment allocations based on program priority.
Establish standards and expectations for work efforts and performance of direct reports.
Drive performance metrics: Delivery, Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Financial, and EH&S.
Model and promote Environmental Health & Safety policies and goals. Ensure EH&S compliance.
Responsible for Calibration and Preventative Maintenance programs.
Manage Capital inventory and depreciation, preventative maintenance and timely decommissioning of aging or not in use equipment.
Must be willing and able to travel up to 10% of the time

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
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
5+ years experience working in an engineering, manufacturing or chemistry lab.
Experience in material characterization in at least 2 of the following areas: 1) Metallurgy and metallographic sample preparation and analyses 2) Mechanical and thermal properties 3) Tribology testing for Nano materials, Coatings and Composites 4) Additive Manufacturing of metals and plastics 5) wet chemistry analyses.
3+ years prior experience leading a team of direct reports

Qualifications We Prefer:

Advanced degree
Degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Materials, Chemical), Chemistry, Business, or technical field(s).
Experience with lab testing, microscopy, metallography and chemistry test equipment.
Supervisory experience in a union environment.
Ability to establish strong working relationships across multiple business units.

What We Offer:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
• 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 and Apply Now:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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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