Date Posted:

2025-08-19

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HMD31: Annapolis, MD 2551 Riva Road , Annapolis, MD, 21401-7435 USA

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:

None/Not Required

Collins Aerospace’s Connected Aviation (CA) business is looking for a dynamic leader to drive our Americas Ground Station Production & Implementation team. This is more than just a leadership role — it’s your opportunity to inspire a high-performing team, shape the future of connected aviation, and directly impact the success of our business. If you bring passion, vision, and a commitment to excellence, you’ll find yourself part of a close-knit group that takes our mission personally — and celebrates the wins together.

You will provide leadership and guidance to a skilled group of team members responsible for the production and implementation of remote VHF ground stations. You will also coordinate with supporting groups and business leaders to ensure the ARINC ACARS network remains operational.  

If you are passionate about people development and execution excellence, this is the role for you!

 What You Will Do  

Provide leadership and professional development to your team  Accountability for estimating and executing the following implementation projects: Ground Station Expansions Ground Station Alternate Frequency  Ground Station Modernizations Ground Station Relocations Ground Station Performance Investigations Support team members by developing resolution strategies for complex projects Production Facility Supervisory Responsibility: investigate issues with builds & shipments, provide direction on builds Oversee the financial aspects of projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.  Responsibilities include creating budgets, monitoring expenses, analyzing financial data, and preparing reports for stakeholders.Liaison with business stakeholders to ensure expectations are met Assist in the annual 5 year Long Rang Plan (LRP) specific to VHF ground stations – helping to identify areas of coverage expansion and key technology refreshes needed for the long-term success of VHF preparation and management of project reports  Facilitate cross-functional collaboration throughout the business Drive the creation of standard processes and contribute to continued improvement of procedures  Drive the creation of training and knowledge management documentation  Management of program priorities, schedules, and deliverables 

 Qualifications You Must Have  

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience Highly motivated self-starter with proven ability to work both as an individual and as a member of a high-performance team Experience in data link communications   Prior experience in aviation systems   

Qualifications We Prefer  

PMP certificationPrior leadership experience Proven experience in process improvementWell-developed interpersonal skills and able to influence stakeholders at an operational level Excellent oral and written communication skills and the desire to provide outstanding support to internal and external customers. 

What We Offer

 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 

•  Tuition reimbursement  

•  Life insurance and disability coverage 

•  Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning 

•  Employee Assistance Plan 

•  Incentives for a Healthy You 

•  Autism Benefit  

•  Doctor on Demand  

•  Adoption Assistance  

•  Second Opinion program  

•  And more!  

Learn More & Apply Now!

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.

* Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

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.

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.

The salary range for this role is 112,000 USD - 224,000 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 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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