Associate Director, Avionics Change Lead (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-05-07

Country:

United States of America Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-124

~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~

BLDG 124

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 Are you a strategic, forward‑thinking change leader with a passion for transforming how organizations operate? Collins Aerospace is seeking an Associate Director, Avionics Change Lead to help drive some of the most critical change initiatives shaping the future of our Avionics business. In this high‑visibility, business‑facing role, you will partner closely with the Avionics Chief of Staff and Transformation Director and Avionics senior executives to guide teams through complex, enterprise‑level transformation. From digital modernization to operating model evolution, you will influence strategy, accelerate adoption, and ensure teams are equipped to deliver on our transformation vision. We're looking for a dynamic change professional with strong consulting experience, excellent program management capabilities, and a proven ability to make change stick across complex, technical, and highly regulated environments. If you're ready to turn strategy into action and help shape the future of Avionics—we want to meet you.

What You Will Do:

Serve as a strategic change partner to the Avionics Transformation leadership team, enabling successful execution of key enterprise and business‑level initiatives Act as a trusted change consultant to Avionics leaders, providing insights, recommendations, and strategic direction Drive cross-functional change efforts across the Avionics organization, including digital transformation, process redesign, and organizational realignment Assess change readiness across engineering, program, and functional teams, identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies Translate transformation goals into actionable change roadmaps, communication plans, and measurable outcomes Partner with the Enterprise Change Lead to oversee execution of the Avionics change plan, ensuring alignment to transformation milestones and proactively identifying activation risks Foster a culture of agility, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the Avionics business Up to 25% Travel may be required Build and lead a high-performing team by: Creating an engaging work environment and strategically deploying employee strengths to deliver results Hiring and coaching employees to high performance, supporting career development and recognizing development and success achievements Holding self and team accountable to goals and performance standards

Qualifications You Must Have:

Typically requires a University Degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience 3+ years of direct experience in enterprise change management, consulting, transformation, or equivalent roles Previous people management experience (hiring, performance management, salary planning, etc) Experience leading process and systems change efforts within complex, global organizations, ideally in technology, aerospace, manufacturing, or engineering-driven environments

Qualifications We Prefer:

Experience in a matrixed organization Organizational and digital tool deployment and advisory experience with executive-level stakeholders Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, with a polished, executive-ready presence High level of business acumen and strategic thinking What We Offer 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! 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 you application today. •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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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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Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX 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, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 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 company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.