To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed.

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Enterprise Services, Research Center or BBN team:

For more than 90 years the RTX Technology Research Center (RTRC) has operated as a multidisciplinary group of experts collaborating on groundbreaking innovations. Our team includes some of the world's leading scientists, researchers and engineers working to anticipate the discoveries destined to change everything, and they transform that research into the solutions and products that help our businesses shape the future of aerospace and defense. Our unique talent, experience and resources allow us to deliver rapid responses to critical, time-sensitive challenges and develop breakthroughs for a safer, more connected world.

The RTX Technology Research Center (RTRC) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Associate Director - Advanced Manufacturing Deployment and Digitalization. The candidate will join the Advanced Manufacturing discipline, which specializes in the development, demonstration, and transition of new manufacturing processes, optimization tools, and process models for use across RTX products. The team develops technologies across a variety of technical areas including additive manufacturing, repair, design tools, digital thread, electrification, smart manufacturing, sustainability, amongst many others. The individual will work with the team in a fast-paced R&D environment alongside leading scientists and engineers from across RTRC and the greater RTX organization (including Collins Aerospace, Pratt and Whitney, and Raytheon) to develop and transition advanced manufacturing technologies to business unit operations teams to enable the next generation of Aerospace and Defense applications.

Activities will include the identification of key offramps and transitions for internally developed advanced manufacturing technologies, identification and engagement with transition partners, and closure of capability gaps required for successful adoption. The Associate Director - Advanced Manufacturing Deployment and Digitalization will be challenged with defining, proposing, and obtaining internal and external funding to support gap closure and transition of technologies to business unit manufacturing facilities. The candidate should have broad knowledge of both conventional and emerging advanced manufacturing processes such as additive manufacturing, machining, forming, and material deposition and a strong background in digitalization of manufacturing processes. The candidate should be eager to work in a cross-disciplinary environment, alongside leading experts across RTRC and RTX to define, market, propose, and execute IRAD and CRAD programs with broad impact across the organization.

The candidate will have exceptional communication skills and be capable of briefing RTRC senior management and building collaborative relationships and programs with external customers and partners, as well as members of the technical staff.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, or related field and 12+ years of related work experience or a Master's degree with 9+ years of related work experience or a PhD with 7+ years of related work experience.
• Proven track record of transitioning new and emerging manufacturing technologies into production within Aerospace and Defense or other highly regulated industry and experience with digitalization of manufacturing processes to improve operations in an industrial production environment
• Background in defining and executing large, multi-year strategic programs for internal customers or external funding agencies and broad experience engaging with operations teams to deploy digital manufacturing tools
• Hands-on knowledge of one or more manufacturing methods including but not limited to: additive manufacturing (powder bed fusion, directed energy deposition, etc.), direct write of electronics, cold spray, hybrid manufacturing, machining, forming, casting, joining, welding, robotic forming or assembly, composites, etc.
• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Advanced Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, or related field
• Background in proposing and executing IRAD and CRAD projects in a leadership role, building proposal teams with partners in academia, national labs, and industry
• Experience defining and developing programs to execute manufacturing technology strategy
• Involvement with optimization of supply chains and development and deployment of technologies and solutions for improving resilience
• History of patents and peer-reviewed publications

What We Offer:

Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

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Work Location

This is a hybrid role, eligible candidates must reside within commuting distance of East Hartford, CT.
Relocation Eligible: Yes

Please consider the following role type definition 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.

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This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program. The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey. Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience. Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.

Minimum Program Qualifications:

To qualify for the RTX, Re-Empower Program, candidates should:

• Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application
• Have prior experience in functional area of interest
• Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed.

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Enterprise Services, Research Center or BBN team:

What We Offer: Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

Requires expert knowledge of multiple work areas typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.

Expert knowledge of market with the ability to identify best practices and how to best utilize within RTX.

Typically requires:

A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or

An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Typically requires a degree

in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited

by local laws/regulations.

The salary range for this role is 143,000 USD - 287,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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