Model-Based Design Lead (Hybrid)
RTX Corporation
**Date Posted:**
2025-03-13
**Country:**
United States of America
**Location:**
01: Building 01 Windsor Locks One Hamilton Road, Windsor Locks, CT, 06096 USA
**Position Role Type:**
Hybrid
We are seeking a highly motivated Model-Based Design (MBD) Lead to lead our MBD initiatives across product design and development at the Power and Controls (P&C) business unit level. In this role, you will be responsible for guiding and leading the implementation of model-based design principles, processes, and tools across various product lines. You will ensure that the engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams leverage 3D models, product lifecycle management (PLM) systems, and digital design tools to create highly efficient, accurate, and high-quality designs while reducing dependency on traditional 2D documentation.
**What You Will Do**
+ Implement P&C's MBD strategy to guide and apply model-based design practices throughout the organization, while offering recommendations for future improvements.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, engineering, manufacturing, and quality) to promote MBD adoption and ensure smooth integration across product development stages.
+ Stay current with the latest developments in MBD tools, CAD software (e.g., CATIA, Siemens NX, Creo), and PLM systems (e.g., Teamcenter RAC and AWC), and drive the selection and implementation of the most efficient solutions, ensuring the company leverages cutting-edge technologies to stay competitive
+ Oversee the development and integration of 3D models, PMI (Product Manufacturing Information), and digital twins into the product design process.
+ Optimize the use of 3D CAD models, PMI (Product Manufacturing Information), product data management (PDM), and PLM systems to enable better product definition and reduce reliance on traditional 2D drawings.
+ Help maintain internal MBD standards and ensure compliance with industry regulations and guidelines (e.g., ASME Y14.41, ASME Y14.47, MIL-STD-31000).
**Qualifications You Must Have**
+ 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 or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience
+ The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
+ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
**Qualifications We Prefer:**
+ 8+ years of experience in product design and development, with a strong focus on Model-Based Design (MBD) or related methodologies.
+ Proven experience in leading MBD initiatives, developing workflows, and training teams in MBD best practices.
+ Experience in applying MBD principles, including 3D annotations, PMI (Product Manufacturing Information), and digital thread concepts.
+ Strong knowledge of 3D CAD software (e.g., CATIA, Siemens NX, Creo) and PDM/PLM systems.
+ Proven track record of driving MBD implementation and managing digital transformation projects.
+ Familiarity with advanced manufacturing techniques, including additive manufacturing and digital twins.
+ Experience in industries such as aerospace, automotive, or industrial manufacturing.
+ Certification in model-based design or related methodologies
+ Experience in stakeholder management and ensuring that all teams remain aligned to business objectives, while maintaining a customer-centric approach.
+ Proven track record of driving team accountability for meeting project deadlines, budgets, and quality standards.
**What We Offer**
Benefits
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
· 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!
**Learn More & Apply Now!**
We make modern flight 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 a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!
*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
**Hybrid:** Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.
At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.
Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.
The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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._
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