Associate Director – Advanced Manufacturing Deployment and Digitalization

Associate Director - Advanced Manufacturing Deployment and DigitalizationRTX - Aube, Grand EstDate Posted:
2024-10-16Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
UT13:
RC-CT - Corp 411 Silver Lane, East Hartford, CT, 06108 USAPosition Role Type:
OnsiteRTX 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 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.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 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.
Exceptional communication skills are essential for briefing RTRC senior management and building collaborative relationships with external customers and partners.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.Background in defining and executing large, multi-year strategic programs for internal customers or external funding agencies.Hands-on knowledge of one or more manufacturing methods including but not limited to:
additive manufacturing, 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.What We Offer:
We offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.Work LocationThis is a hybrid role, eligible candidates must reside within commuting distance of East Hartford, CT.RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide.
RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals.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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