Collins Aerospace
2019-09-03-07:00
Country:
United States of America
Location:
HIA33: Cedar Rapids, IA (Intertrade) 400 Collins Road NE MS 153-220, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52411-6636 USA
At Collins Aerospace, we’re dedicated to relentlessly tackle the toughest challenges in our industry – all to redefine aerospace.
Created in 2018 through the combination of two leading companies– Rockwell Collins and United Technologies Aerospace Systems – we’re driving the industry forward through technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for global aerospace and defense. Every day we imagine ways to make the skies and the spaces we touch smarter, safer and more amazing than ever. Together we chart new journeys, reunite families, protect nations and save lives. And we do it all with some of the greatest talent this industry has to offer.
We are Collins Aerospace and we hope you join us as we REDEFINE AEROSPACE.
Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.Are you a strategic thinker who can see beyond the now? Be part of a team that is developing the strategy and direction of one of the biggest players in the aerospace industry. The Strategy, Development & Communications team is a major influencer in the long-term vision of Collins Aerospace. Working together with teams across the company, we focus on strategic planning and analysis, internal and external communications, mergers and acquisitions and revenue synergies. Join a team that has its pulse on the future of aerospace and watch your career take flight.
Job Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for leading a team of Avionics Systems Technical Writers who support the creation of system level technical publications, products, and services for Collins Aerospace customers. This position will be responsible for supervising personnel and all processes related to capturing requirements, monitoring development and delivery of publications, and assessing effectiveness and quality of products. This position is responsible for hiring, training, mentoring, and supervising staff. This position will support the Mission and Avionics business units in bidding, planning, and scheduling product development work and coordinate with other leaders in establishing and executing plans.
Principal Accountabilities:
Responsible for ensuring high rates of customer satisfaction for PTS Avionic content products and services
Responsible for the assigned team (s) meeting quality, cost and schedule requirements for assigned projects
Work directly with Program/Project management to efficiently allocate resources to meet product delivery
Assign work to each employee according to their specialization and knowledge of the required tools, and so that it provides the best added value to the customer requirements.
Fully understand each employee’s specialization and knowledge level on tools and Collins Aerospace products
Develop training plans for each employee to ensure their continued success and growth
Responsible to build/promote a team atmosphere focused on innovation, customer satisfaction, and efficient work effort
Communicate to upper management goals, objectives, and metrics
Ability to communicate with a cross function team of Program, Project, and Resource Managers
Developing strategic planning for enterprise and organizational development initiatives: Talent Management; Performance Management; Change Management.
Monitor demand from customers and programs and ensure staffing is adequate for anticipated work
Approve estimate for bid and proposal processes in Bid Master Web (BMW)
Perform other duties as assigned
Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge in areas of Technical Writing of Systems & Aircraft Maintenance
Knowledge of Industry Specifications – ATA-2200, S1000D, MIL Specs
Experience in team driven process improvement methodologies (ACE, Six Sigma, etc.)
Knowledge in engineering development processes
Knowledge and experience in project management
Strong verbal communication, writing and presentation skills
Experience in producing technical data in MS Word, Adobe FrameMaker, ArborText Editor
Qualifications:
US Citizenship Required
Must be willing to travel up to 10%
Position may require ability to obtain an active DoD Security Clearance
This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in the appropriate discipline and 5 years of relevant experience or an Advanced degree in the appropriate discipline and 3 years of relevant experience. In the absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience is required.
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.
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
- Tuition reimbursement
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- And more
Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.
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