Collins Aerospace Finance / HR Apps Architect (Hybrid)

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Date Posted: 2026-08-27 Country: United States of America Location: US-NC-CHARLOTTE-2730 ~ 2730 W Tyvola Rd ~ TYVOLA Position Role Type: Hybrid U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. 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. ** This is a hybrid-based position at one of Collins’ major facilities. ** What YOU will do: Lead functional domain architecture for Finance and HR platforms, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards, security requirements, long‑term strategy, and Collins/RTX architecture direction. Create and maintain architecture artifacts including system designs, integration diagrams, data models, capability views, process flows, design patterns, and blueprints. Build and maintain the functional architectural runway, defining sequencing, dependencies, and future-state design needs tied to business strategy. Develop contextual, conceptual, logical, and physical architecture models using approved frameworks; prepare governance review materials. Provide leadership and guidance across the solution lifecycle, including translation requirements, architectural direction, technical validations, and integration support. Conduct trade studies, evaluate alternatives, support vendor evaluations, and drive technology selection aligned with architecture principles and business goals. Deliver architecture content required for REPM Gates A–F, including DAR1/DAR2 artifacts, information flows, system/component diagrams, solution‑services diagrams, and design assessments. Support compliance and cybersecurity deliverables including CIA analyses, ATO documentation, CLARA architecture artifacts, and technical‑debt risk assessments. Collaborate closely with BRMs, Service Owners, Enterprise Architecture, PMO, Cybersecurity, vendors, and cross‑functional teams to ensure secure, feasible, strategically aligned solutions. Actively participate in Collins and RTX governance forums, architecture review boards (BU and RTX), and publish artifacts to corresponding repositories. Contribute to Annual Operating Plans (AOP) and Long Range Plans (LRP) with architectural insights and portfolio health visibility Mentor architects and DT talent to build enterprise strategic mindset and strengthen the Business Systems & Transformation architecture community. What You Will Learn: Deeper understanding of Collins Aerospace Finance and HR business strategy, operational goals, and cross-functional processes. Broader exposure to RTX enterprise architecture methodologies, governance frameworks, and digital transformation programs. Emerging technology trends relevant to Finance and HR architectures including automation, analytics, AI/ML enablement, data modernization, integration platforms, and cloud-native solutions. Strategic planning and execution within a complex aerospace environment, including alignment to RTX-wide digital technology objectives. Qualifications YOU Must Have: Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience. U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Demonstrated mastery-level knowledge of Finance and/or HR application ecosystems (e.g., SAP, Workday, AutoTime, integration platforms, workflow automation tools). Significant experience designing and implementing enterprise application architectures, standards, or operational plans with measurable organizational impact. Proven experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives and solving broad, difficult issues involving multiple business domains. Ability to communicate architectural concepts and recommendations effectively with senior leadership and executive stakeholders. Strong understanding of industry best practices for system integrations, data governance, security, and cloud-based architecture. Qualifications We Prefer: Experience with RTX or Collins Aerospace digital platforms, integration patterns, and enterprise architecture frameworks. Prior work implementing Finance and HR transformations (e.g., SAP ECC, SAP S/4, Workday, data modernization efforts). Experience in aerospace, defense, or similarly regulated industries. Experience conducting trade studies, vendor evaluations, and creating decision‑making frameworks. Architecture certifications (TOGAF, AWS/Azure architecture) Demonstrated ability to drive adoption of new standards and influence organizational technology strategies. Ability to mentor, coach, and develop future architects. What We Offer: Some of our competitive benefits packages include: 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! Do you want to be part of a new, exciting initiative to combine foundational IT with new digital technologies? Our Digital Technology team is driving business efficiencies and a better customer experience by connecting technologies, people, information and processes. From making aircraft more electric, intelligent and integrated to building new software platforms such as Internet of Things, big data, artificial intelligence, and blockchain, there’s no better place to be right now than in digital. If you’re an agile thinker who enjoys utilizing modern technology to make big improvements, then you’re a perfect fit for this team. Join Collins Aerospace to help us revolutionize the aerospace industry today! WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE. * Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for 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. Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings. 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. 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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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. 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