Senior Manager, ECAD Library Leader (Remote)

What You Will Do

• ECAD Library Management: Develop, maintain, and manage centralized ECAD libraries, ensuring compliance with industry standards and Collins-specific design requirements.
  • Oversee the creation, validation, and release of electronic component symbols, footprints, and 3D models.
• Standardization and Best Practices: Drive standardization of library components and processes across all business units, ensuring consistency and efficiency.
• Collaboration and Coordination: Establish and enforce best practices for ECAD library management, maintenance, and usage.
• Process Improvement: Implement automation and advanced tools to improve library creation, validation, and maintenance processes.
• Identify areas for process optimization and lead initiatives to enhance the efficiency and quality of ECAD library management.
• Compliance and Documentation: Ensure all library components meet applicable regulatory, industry, and RTX-specific design standards.
• Maintain detailed documentation for ECAD library component processes, and updates to support traceability and usability.
• Training and Support: Develop and deliver training materials to engineers and designers on ECAD library usage and updates.
• Act as a point of contact for resolving ECAD library-related issues and provide on-demand support to engineering teams.
• Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Track and report on ECAD library usage, accuracy, and process improvements. Use metrics to measure the success of library initiatives and identify opportunities for further enhancement.
• Lead, Develop and Grow Talent: Manage and mentor a high-performing team of Librarians. Guide the professional development of team members. Provide constructive feedback to support continuous improvements.
• Foster a collaborative culture that promotes teamwork and innovation. Encourage career growth and job satisfaction across heritage business units.

Qualifications You Must Have

• A typical requirement includes a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in ECAD library management, electronic design, or related fields within aerospace, defense, or similar industries.
• Proficiency in ECAD tools such as Mentor Graphics (Xpedition), Cadence, Altium, or similar.
• A strong understanding of electronic components, PCB design principles, heritage Rockwell Collins, and industry standards (e.g., IPC standards).
• Experience with library management software and PLM systems.

Qualifications We Prefer

• An advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Familiarity with automation tools for library management and component creation.
• Experience with integration of ECAD libraries into simulation and analysis workflows.
• Knowledge of aerospace and defense electronic design standards and requirements.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities, with experience leading cross-functional teams.