R&D Engineering Manager, Applied Research & Technology

Collins Aerospace; Wrocław; Hybrid; PLN 13,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Life insurance

Multisport card

Retirement pension plan

Scholar Program

Company gym

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Poland is seeking a senior R&D leader to guide advanced technologies in Materials, Advanced Manufacturing and Multiphysics. You will drive roadmaps, manage a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with global engineering, operations and management.

The role emphasizes strategic input to the product portfolio, project execution, external partnerships and funding pursuits. A strong background in R&D leadership and English communication is essential for success in this hybrid

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics.
• At least 10 years of experience in R&D roles, with a proven track record.
• Leadership skills and ability to manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience in project or engineering services management, including planning and risk management.
• Ability to define project scope, milestones and success criteria with business goals.
• Experience in managing cross-functional and distributed teams in matrix organizations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with balance of depth and oversight.
• Hands-on experience implementing new technologies in Materials, Advanced Manufacturing and Multiphysics.

Responsibilities

• Execute R&D roadmaps for Advanced Technologies focusing on Materials, Advanced Manufacturing and Multiphysics.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team of research engineers.
• Collaborate across global engineering, operations and management teams.
• Oversee project execution ensuring milestones, deliverables and budgets are met.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners to drive technology developments.
• Provide strategic input into product portfolio and design processes.
• Present updates to partners and GETC leadership.
• Support external funding pursuits and collaborations with academia and industry.
• Coordinate opportunities across GETC project portfolio as needed.

Skills

Leadership

English proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Multiphysics knowledge

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Science/Engineering/Math degree

Job description

Collins Aerospace in Poland is seeking a senior R&D leader to guide advanced technologies in Materials, Advanced Manufacturing and Multiphysics. You will drive roadmaps, manage a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with global engineering, operations and management.

The role emphasizes strategic input to the product portfolio, project execution, external partnerships and funding pursuits. A strong background in R&D leadership and English communication is essential for success in this hybrid