Senior Manager, Systems Engineering (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a broad portfolio and deep engineeringexpertise, we help customers meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We are seeking a System Architecture Manager to drive the development ofnext‑generationarchitecture and technology supporting advanced aerospace platforms. This is ahigh‑visibility,high‑impactleadership role where your technical direction will influence everyfacetof complex system products across our Environmental & Airframe Control Systems (EACS) programs.

As the manager of a talented group ofsystems engineers, you willdriveinnovation and execution across the full system development lifecycle—ensuringworld‑classarchitecture solutions from concept through delivery. Your leadership will shape system architecture with emphasis on mechanical integration, thermodynamics, controls, safety, reliability, testability, manufacturability, producibility, and cost.

What You Will Do

• Partner closely with Product General Managers and Engineering Leadership to define system architectures that drive innovation, differentiation, and superior value into our Environmental & Airframe Control Systemsproducts.

• Align architecture andIntellectualProperty (IP)product strategy with cross-functional stakeholders to maximize win rates and strengthen business cases for new opportunities.

• Build deep teamproficiencyin model-based systems engineering, enabling efficient, data-driven trade studies that accelerate development and improve decision quality.

• Collaborate with Product General Managers and Chief Engineers to strategically align programs with the right technical talent, ensuring teams are empowered, supported, and positioned for high-impact execution.

• Lead your team to conduct system architecture reviews, non-advocate reviews, and system design reviews—driving technical rigor that strengthens design integrity,optimizesproduct strategies, mitigates risk, and supports program and businessobjectives.

• Champion continuous improvement of model-based systems engineering processes, fostering agility, innovation, and operational excellence across complex aerospace development programs.

• Guide your team inidentifyingand managing risks associated with mechanical integration, thermodynamics, controls, safety, reliability, testability, manufacturability, producibility, and cost—proactively developing mitigation strategies that protect program success while enabling ongoing improvement.

• Ensure your team follows standard processes to developaccuratecost estimates and define capital investment needs that inform strategic planning and enable sustainable program and capability growth.

• Oversee team execution tomaintainschedule and budget adherence while deliveringhigh standardsof quality, performance, and efficiency across all phases of system andcomponentdevelopment.

• Provide strategic direction for architecture processes, methodologies, and technologydevelopmentroadmaps that support long-term businessobjectives, customer satisfaction, and capability advancement.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience

• Prior experience in engineering leadership or people management role, with responsibility for leading and developing technical teams.

• Experience leading cross-functional teams and collaborating effectively with engineering disciplines, Program Management, customers, and external stakeholders.

• Demonstrated experience mentoring and developing engineers, includingprovidingtechnical guidance, performance feedback, and career development support.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanceddegree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related STEM discipline.

• Extensive experience in aerospace systems architecture and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE),including experience withSysMLand multidisciplinary system design.

• Demonstrated leadership of complex aerospace systems and architecture activities,including system architecture reviews, trade studies, design reviews, technical risk management, and cross-functional engineering teams.

• Experience with Environmental Control Systems (ECS), Airframe Control Systems, thermal management, or relatedaircraftsystems,with the ability to translate technical architecture into product strategy, customer value, cost, and businessobjectives.

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, virtualdoctor visits   

• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services  

• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program   

• And more!   

Learn More & Apply Now!

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second.  Our major product lines are on-boardvirtually everyaircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!  

*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.