AD Supplier Development Electronics Commodity

Date Posted: 2026-06-26 Country: United States of America Location: US-NC-REMOTE Position Role Type: Remote 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. The Associate Director of Supplier Development – Electronics is responsible for leading supplier development activities across the global electronics supply base (North America and Europe) to ensure world-class performance in quality, delivery, cost, capacity, and risk management. This role partners closely with Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management teams to develop strategic suppliers capable of supporting aerospace production, new product introduction, and long-term growth objectives. The position drives supplier capability improvements, oversees supplier recovery initiatives, and ensures compliance with aerospace quality and regulatory requirements, including AS9100, FAA, EASA, and customer-specific standards. The role manages a team of Supplier Development Leaders and serves as an escalation point for critical supplier performance issues. What You Will Do: Must be willing and able to travel 50% of the time (domestic and international and primarily overnight) Supplier Development Strategy Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing organization to support supplier development strategy aligned with business objectives. Establish supplier capability roadmaps and improvement plans. Support supplier selection, qualification, and industrialization activities. Drive supplier readiness for production ramp-up and new program launches. Supplier Performance Management Own supplier performance metrics for quality, delivery, cost, and responsiveness. Lead supplier business reviews and executive-level performance discussions. Implement supplier scorecards and performance dashboards. Drive recovery plans for underperforming suppliers. Electronics Manufacturing Excellence Assess supplier capabilities for PCBAs, electronic assemblies, semiconductors, and electromechanical components. Lead supplier audits focused on manufacturing processes, process controls, capacity, and quality systems. Support APQP, PPAP, FAI, PFMEA, Control Plans, and process validation activities. Promote Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies throughout the supply base. Risk and Supply Chain Resilience Identify and mitigate supplier-related risks affecting production continuity. Lead supplier capacity assessments and continuity planning. Develop strategies for single-source and high-risk electronic components. Manage critical supplier escalations and corrective action activities using 8D and RCCA methodologies. Leadership Lead, coach, and develop a team of Supplier Development Leaders. Establish performance objectives and development plans. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Influence cross-functional stakeholders at all organizational levels. Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience 8+ years of experience in Supplier Development, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, or Supply Chain. 3+ years of leadership experience managing technical teams. 3+ years experience for all the below: Experience with AS9100 or ISO 9001 Experience APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and Control Plans Experience with Root Cause Analysis (8D, RCCA) Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Qualifications We Prefer: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field Experience with electronics manufacturing processes and supply chains Prior experience in aerospace or defense ASQ, Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, or equivalent certification. Familiarity with ERP, PLM, MES, and supplier management systems. Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) programs. What We Offer: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Some of our competitive benefits package includes: • 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 and Apply Now: Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles* will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. *This position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. The salary range for this role is 157,200 USD - 298,800 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. 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