Sr Electrical Engineering Manager (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Three weeks of vacation

Generous 401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement program.

Student loan repayment program.

Life and disability coverage

Job summary

RTX in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager for Electrical Engineering within Mission Systems Resilient Connectivity Products. You will lead a team of engineers, guide the development of electronic solutions for tactical communications and autonomy, and ensure successful execution of programs.

The role requires onsite presence, U.S. citizenship with a Secret level clearance, and collaboration across internal and external partners.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM and a minimum of 10years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 7years of experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Three years of experience leading cross-functional technical teams.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts and cryptographic subsystems.
• Experience in MBSE methodologies, specifically SysML, and experience guiding teams in integrating hardware solutions with these practices.
• Special Access Programs experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers in invention, development, building, and testing of electronic solutions that support tactical communications, weapons data links, trusted communications, open systems, and autonomy capabilities.
• Oversee the electrical-engineering execution of internally and externally funded programs and IR&D projects, striving for 100% customer satisfaction.
• Develop innovation strategies through collaboration with internal and external customers and partner organizations throughout the company.
• Collaborate across Mission Systems and RTX to support technology-transition planning and recommend projects for independent research & development (IR&D).

Skills

Leadership

Electrical engineering

Systems engineering

Cybersecurity concepts

MBSE SysML

Security clearance

Cross-functional leadership

Risk management

Stakeholder management

AI & ML concepts

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Position Summary

Senior Engineering Manager – Electrical Engineering, Mission Systems Resilient Connectivity Products, Fort Wayne, IN. Requires onsite presence and U.S. citizenship with an existing Secret security clearance.

What You Will Do

• Lead a team of highly innovative engineers in the invention, development, building, and testing of electronic solutions that support tactical communications, weapons data links, trusted communications, open systems, and autonomy capabilities.
• Oversee the electrical‑engineering execution of internally and externally funded programs and IR&D projects, striving for 100% customer satisfaction.
• Develop innovation strategies through collaboration with internal and external customers and partner organizations throughout the company.
• Collaborate across Mission Systems and RTX to support technology‑transition planning and recommend projects for independent research & development (IR&D).
• Develop and nurture internal and external networks, forging relationships with peers across Mission Systems Engineering, Value Stream leadership, and Operations.

What You Will Learn

• Opportunities to communicate with executives to showcase the electronics capabilities of the RCP hardware technologies organization.
• Enhancement of leadership skills through tactical and strategic planning and coordination.
• Potential for career advancement in engineering leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM and a minimum of 10years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 7years of experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Three years of experience leading cross‑functional technical teams.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts and cryptographic subsystems.
• Experience supporting pursuit, order&capture activities.
• Experience in identifying, communicating, and mitigating risks.
• Special Access Programs experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with high‑speed digital design, as well as AI & ML techniques.
• Experience in building, mentoring, and growing high‑performing teams.
• Knowledge of MBSE methodologies, specifically SysML, and experience guiding teams in integrating hardware solutions with these practices.
• Stakeholder management ensuring alignment to business objectives while maintaining a customer‑centric approach.
• Proven track record of driving team accountability for meeting project deadlines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Highly self‑motivated, enthusiastic team leader who demonstrates creative problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and a separate retirement contribution, including a lifetime income strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life and disability coverage, with optional pet, home, auto, life, accident, critical illness, group legal, and ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits; Ovia Health, fertility and family planning; adoption assistance; autism benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You incentives and wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand virtual visits; Bright Horizons child and elder care services; Teladoc medical experts second‑opinion program.
• Eligibility for relocation assistance.

EEO Statement

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 protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, in compliance with Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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