Section Manager - Whole Life Engineering (Onsite)

Employer description

Date Posted:

2026-11-09 Country:

United States of America Location:

US-CA-FULLERTON-676 ~ 1801 Hughes Dr ~ BLDG 676 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

Collins Aerospace – Avionics has an exciting leadership opportunity for a Section Manager to join our Air Traffic Systems (ATS) Whole Life Engineering (WLE) team. This is an opportunity to join a team developing the next generation Air Traffic Control (ATC) and Weather Data Reporting systems, as well as providing support to existing fielded systems. Collins Aerospace is a world leader in air traffic sensors and automation systems, responsible for providing air traffic tools to Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs) in the US and abroad.

The Section Manager will lead a team of 10-15 Whole Life Engineers within the WLE department of the ATS Directorate, performing specialty engineering development and sustainment tasks in domains such as:

Training

Field EngineeringTechnical Documentation and Interactive Electronic Technical DocumentationInitial and Sustaining LogisticsSafety EngineeringIn concert with other engineering Integrated Product Teams, the ATS WLE team designs, develops, documents, deploys and supports Consumer Off the Shelf (COTS)-based and Custom-designed Systems, implementing both hardware-centric and software-oriented solutions. Safety-first, resilient ATS systems allow end users to protect people and property.
What You Will Do:

Support the performance and career development of all the members of the section, including providing open and honest feedback to all section members and creating plans for developing talent and ensuring adequate resources to meet the skill-set demands of ATS programsOversee and provide leadership on all programs within the section (including monthly program reviews and quarterly Estimate At Complete (EAC) reviews)Serve as the WLE lead for proposal estimation and writing, including Basis of Estimates (certification required)Review and approve all proposals for new work within the sectionWork with other WLE Section Managers to ensure proper staffing of programs and proposals – including future outlook loadingProvide high level technical expertise in support of multiple programs, covering multiple WLE disciplinesProvide Control Account Management (CAM) expertise as advisor to other WLE CAMsProvide input and guidance related to WLE requirements and verification plansSupport test and integration of WLE products into primary systemsAssign work to team members and ensure high quality performanceProvide regular reports on program and personnel performance
Qualifications You Must Have:

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experienceWLE IPT leadership experience, including over Training, Field Engineering, Technical Documentation, or Initial and Sustaining LogisticsDemonstrated leadership over multidisciplined teamsCAM experienceExperience developing and overseeing technical and cost proposals; including knowledge of bid metrics and costing
Qualifications We Prefer:

Experience with air traffic control systemsExperience with radar systemsExperience successfully managing to cost and schedule requirements for assigned tasksCurrent Earned Value Management System (EVMS) CertificationExperience in technical risk managementRTX CORE champion or equivalentSafety engineering experience, including DO-278 experience
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 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!  
Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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.  

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 118,300 USD - 224,900 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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