Senior Hardware Lead, ATC Systems (Hybrid)

Collins Aerospace; Marlborough (MA); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work weeks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO 3+ weeks

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is seeking a senior Hardware Lead to drive design, development, and deployment of COTS-based ATC hardware solutions. You will guide cross-functional teams, ensure performance, reliability, and security, and mentor junior engineers across the full hardware lifecycle.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive hardware engineering experience, and a track record of delivering complex defense/aerospace hardware in hybrid work settings. U.S.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
• Proven track record of leading hardware development projects from concept to production while managing budgets and driving schedule.
• Strong understanding of COTS hardware infrastructure design, including selection and testing of processors and networking equipment.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly and concisely.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under these programs/contracts

Responsibilities

• Lead the hardware design and development efforts for COTS-based ATC programs, ensuring the highest levels of performance, reliability, and security.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Software, Systems, and Quality to deliver integrated solutions that meet customer requirements.
• Oversee the entire hardware development lifecycle, from concept through production and deployment, ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgets.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Oversee rigorous testing and validation of hardware components to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications.
• Interface with Program Management, hardware engineers, and stakeholders to gather requirements, provide technical updates, and ensure satisfaction with delivered products.

Skills

Hardware leadership

COTS hardware design

Program management

Effective communication

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

EVMS

Job description

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is seeking a senior Hardware Lead to drive design, development, and deployment of COTS-based ATC hardware solutions. You will guide cross-functional teams, ensure performance, reliability, and security, and mentor junior engineers across the full hardware lifecycle.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive hardware engineering experience, and a track record of delivering complex defense/aerospace hardware in hybrid work settings. U.S.