Director, Integrated Systems

Collins Aerospace; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 186,000 - 354,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Rockford, IL is seeking a Director of Integrated Systems to lead the Electric Power Systems product line and oversee multiple program managers at our Rockford facility. You will drive program execution, budget adherence, and strategic planning to meet customer commitments across domestic and international programs.

You will collaborate with CE&S groups and other SBUs, manage IPTs, and serve as a customer escalation point from kickoff through entry into service.

Qualifications

• University degree and 14+ years of relevant experience (or advanced degree and 12+ years).
• U.S. Person is required for this military contract role.
• Experience leading teams and cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience with budget ownership, forecasting, and P&L exposure.
• Experience developing and executing strategic plans.
• Operational management experience with KPIs and process improvement.
• Experience managing complex projects, programs, or business units.
• Experience with proposals and customer negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage 4 program managers and staff.
• Accountable for customer commitments, deliveries, and KPIs.
• Own key financial and product performance metrics for the products.
• Plan and monitor collateral budget; contribute to SFP inputs.
• Lead product changes and collaborate across EPS product lines.
• Support multiple customers and negotiate to exceed commitments.
• Lead IPTs, build networks, and communicate vision.
• Travel 10-20% domestically and internationally as required.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Budget ownership

Forecasting

P&L exposure

Strategic planning

Program management

Cross-functional

Education

University Degree

Advanced Degree

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-21

Country: United States of America

Location: US-IL-ROCKFORD-P6 4747 Harrison Ave 4747 HARRISON AVE-P6

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

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

We are looking for a Director, Integrated Systems, who will lead the Electric Power Systems, Integrated Systems product line. This position will work onsite at our Rockford, IL facility. You will be leading program managers responsible for ATA Chapter 24 programs, military programs, and collaborating with other SBUs on new distribution technology. You will collaborate with CE&S group on strategies to progress the product line with OEMs. You will also serve as a customer escalation point during Program Kick-Off through Entry into Service. You will be responsible for the execution of the contract or project, ensure RLPM adherence, and lead contract negotiations.

What You Will Do

• Direct and manage 4 program managers and other staff.
• Accountable for all customer commitments including deliveries and financial Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Accountable for key financial and product performance metrics for the products
• Plan, direct, and monitor collateral budget.
• Provide inputs to the Strategic and Financial Plan (SFP) for their product scope.
• Manage changes to the product(s) in the product line or family.
• Collaborate across the product lines in EPS to support multiple customers or potential customers for the products and services provided by EPS.
• Regularly influence and negotiate to achieve and/or exceed commitments.
• Lead complex teams with some matrixed responsibilities.
• Lead decision making for the IPTs and apply critical thinking where incomplete data exists.
• Develop networks and communicate vision to IPT and stakeholders within and outside of the function.
• Travel 10 - 20% domestic and international, as required by the business.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 14 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 12 years of experience.
• U.S. Person - Military contract stipulates the candidates must be U.S. Person.
• Experience leading teams and cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience with budget ownership, forecasting, P & L exposure
• Experience developing and executing strategic plans.
• Operational management experience and familiarity with KPIs, process improvement, and organizational performance.
• Experience managing complex projects, programs, or business units
• Experience with proposals and customer negotiations.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams (e.g., engineering, operations, program management).
• Background in organizational change initiatives.
• Ability to lead and influence at the executive level, often including matrixed environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

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!

Eligible for Relocation.

The salary range for this role is 186,200 USD - 353,800 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.

We make modern flights possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on board virtually every aircraft 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 best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keep our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!