Mission: Building trust every day.
Top CEOs: 2017 (#91)
Created in 2018 by bringing together UTC Aerospace Systems and Rockwell Collins, Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
The world is full of possibilities when people and technology are connected.
Together with our customers, we are forging those connections. Our solutions in connectivity, communications, cockpit and cabin interiors span the entire aircraft for a seamless flight experience. Our investments in new ideas, new technology and new capabilities are helping to transform the futures of pilots and warfighters, passengers and airlines, flight and ground crews, and aviation itself.
At Rockwell Collins, we are in the business of making connections – that help us unlock possibilities and see the future.
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Join us, and you’ll build a rewarding career and work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry – talented people around the globe who are passionate about delivering revolutionary products and services to our customers. You’ll find exciting challenges, ongoing education and support.
Our legacy
Remember Neil Armstrong’s line, “... one giant leap for mankind?” It was Rockwell Collins technology that carried his words and video 239,000 miles to Earth. We also played a critical role in the invention of the GPS system, as well as the radar technologies that help airlines see ahead of them, and the encrypted communication technologies that help men and women stay safe and connected even in today’s complex battlefield.
Today, our aviation electronics are installed in the flight decks of nearly every airline in the world, and our communication systems transmit nearly 70 percent of United States and allied military airborne communications. We are uniquely positioned to develop information management solutions for airlines and business aircraft operators that integrate state-of-the-art hardware, software and connectivity.
Ethics, sustainability & awards
Named one of the best places to work by Forbes, and by DiversityInc as a Top 50 Company for Diversity, we operate with the highest ethical standards around the globe. We are proud – and humbled – to be recognized for the sixth consecutive year on the Ethisphere Institute’s World’s Most Ethical Companies list in 2015.
Our Global Sustainability Team is constantly searching for ways to reduce our carbon footprint and lower operating costs by actively managing and reducing energy usage. We’re proud to report that by fostering a culture of conservation, we’re saving millions of dollars in operating costs by we’ve reducing greenhouse gas emissions and water usage.
Join us, and work where forward thinking and innovative solutions can help protect the future.
Rockwell Collins is a place where leadership, collaboration and innovation are more than just abstract concepts. We bring these ideas to life every day, across our many departments and global locations. We offer exciting career opportunities in the following areas:
Corporate
We have corporate roles available in information technology, human resources, finance, strategy, legal, communications, customer service and investor relations.
Engineering
Our engineers design, develop and deliver innovative – and extremely cool – global solutions in both aerospace and defense, and our passion for technology has earned us a record-making numbers of patents to solve complex problems.
Marketing & sales
Marketing and sales positions at Rockwell Collins include marketing management, business development, customer relationship development, and field marketing.
Manufacturing & operations
Customer-focused and performance-driven manufacturing and operations roles help the company operate more efficiently and ensure the highest quality. As leaders in Lean Electronics, we encourage all employees to learn and practice these skills.
Program & project management
Program and project managers at Rockwell Collins are at the heart and soul of our business. They have life-cycle responsibility for business pursuit and capture, product development, transition to production, and customer delivery and support.
We offer a wide range of exciting opportunities for students and recent grads, working alongside the brightest minds in the industry and uncovering real solutions. Join us and you’ll enjoy:
In addition to meaningful professional experience with an innovative company, we offer our interns and co-op students many additional valuable benefits:
You can learn more about all these programs on our career website.
We encourage all our people to learn new skills and develop new talents. So if you have a thirst for knowledge, here are some of the valuable opportunities and resources available to you at Rockwell Collins.
Rockwell Collins University
Rockwell Collins University provides a variety of innovative learning solutions for employees and leaders worldwide. Our business-focused approach ensures our people get the training they need, so that ongoing learning becomes a reality.
Networking
Our Communities of Practice and Employee Resource Groups help our people around the world connect so they can network and share knowledge, best practices and stories about their work experiences.
Tuition reimbursement
We offer a generous tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate, masters’ and PhD programs or certifications through accredited academic institutions.
Mentoring
Our mentoring efforts help our people set career direction and goals, learn new skills and gain valuable insight and advice from more experienced colleagues.
We have a long history of respect for our veterans, and we value the contributions they make to our success. Because we recognize and share their commitment to integrity, hard work and excellence, we actively recruit and hire veterans for a variety of roles.
Rockwell Collins continues to be recognized by a number of organizations for our work to employ and empower veterans:
award for support of the National Guard and Reserve
Owned Business Association
Veterans’ resources
We work hard to make our facilities welcoming and inclusive for all our transitioning vets by supporting a special military and transitioning employee resource group, as well as a program that promotes on-campus mentoring between a student veteran and employee veteran.
In addition, we’ve partnered with the White House on their Joining Forces initiative to commit to hiring and training more veterans, and we’re working nationally with Student Veterans of America to provide scholarships, mentorships, employment, and benefits counseling to student veterans and alumni. In addition, we’re actively engaged in supporting the Governor’s Home Base Iowa initiative.
I worked at Rockwell Collins (Less than a year)
Pros
The people were great and helpful. There were a lot of benefits interns got like free food and gear. Overall great experience
Cons
Sometimes didn't have enough work so sat there and watched youtube
Application
I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Rockwell Collins.
Interview
Interviewers had obviously reviewed my resume prior to the interview allowing them to ask questions tailored to my specific job history and educational accomplishments.
First interview was with three individuals who would be peers. second interview was with hiring manager and another senior manager. Third interview was with departmental director. There was about a week between each interview.
Interview Questions
Veteran Hiring Commitment
Committed to helping America's military veterans find work
Diversity Commitment
Has programs that support a diverse and inclusive workforce