Senior Electrical Engineering Leader – Defense Systems

globalhr; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Relocation assistance

Wellness program

Job summary

Collins is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager of Electrical Engineering in McKinney, TX, to lead an Electrical Engineering section within RCP Hardware Technologies. The role requires onsite presence and an active U.S. security clearance.

You will drive mission-critical electrical solutions for defense customers, managing teams and collaborating across engineering and operations. The ideal candidate has extensive electrical engineering leadership experience, a STEM degree, and a track record of

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven track record building and mentoring high-performing teams.
• Ability to drive accountability and meet deadlines, costs, and quality targets.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic leadership style.
• Electrical Engineering experience.
• Typically requires STEM degree with 10+ years of experience (or advanced degree with 7+ years).
• Active and transferable U.S. government security clearance required before start.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering execution for internal and external programs and IR&D projects, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Set clear, measurable team goals and communicate expectations.
• Oversee direct line management for the section, including performance, career development, and hiring.
• Support department- and SBU-level initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Provide oversight for personnel issue resolution.
• Drive innovation strategies through collaboration with internal/external customers and partners.
• Build relationships across Mission Systems Engineering, General Management, and Operations.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical engineering

Security clearance

Team development

Project management

Communication

STEM degree

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM or related field

Advanced degree with experience

Tools

EVMS knowledge

Job description

Collins is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager of Electrical Engineering in McKinney, TX, to lead an Electrical Engineering section within RCP Hardware Technologies. The role requires onsite presence and an active U.S. security clearance.

You will drive mission-critical electrical solutions for defense customers, managing teams and collaborating across engineering and operations. The ideal candidate has extensive electrical engineering leadership experience, a STEM degree, and a track record of