Date Posted:
2026-09-02
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-121 ~ 350 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 121
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

Collins Aerospace is hiring a Procurement professional to lead the management and mitigation of component obsolescence risks across the supply base. This role drives proactive procurement strategies that ensure continuity of supply for production and aftermarket needs while balancing cost, quality, delivery, and long-term business objectives, The Obsolescence Buyer partners closely with Engineering, Program Management, Operations, Procurement, and suppliers to identify at-risk components early, develop mitigation plans, and execute effective sourcing strategies. Responsibilities include managing last-time buys, alternate sourcing, supplier negotiations, RFPs, cost analysis, purchase orders, and delivery assuranceJoin Collins Aerospace and help strengthen supply chain resilience while delivering innovative, cost-effective procurement solutions for the aerospace industry.

This role is a hybrid position (typically working 2-4 days onsite per week) in Cedar Rapids, IA. This role is NOT eligible for relocation.

What You Will Do

• Lead end-to-end obsolescence procurement activities, including risk identification, mitigation planning, sourcing, negotiations, and purchase order execution.
• Monitor and analyze supplier notifications, component lifecycle data, and market trends to identify potential obsolescence risks.
• Lead proactive mitigation strategies such as last-time buy evaluation, alternate part qualification, resourcing, or redesign coordination.
• Collaborate with Engineering to validate replacement part options or coordinate obsolescence-driven engineering changes.
• Maintain an obsolescence tracking system to document risks, recommended actions, timelines, and financial impacts.
• Coordinate last-time buy orders, ensuring proper quantity planning for program life, aftermarket requirements, and customer commitments.
• Manage supplier communication related to end-of-life notices, product change notifications, and roadmap planning.
• Work with Procurement and Program teams to assess cost, lead time, and inventory implications of obsolescence decisions.
• Support supply chain continuity by identifying strategic secondary sources or negotiating extended availability where possible.
• Provide regular reports and status updates to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, export regulations, and supplier management requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain lifecycle management process.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Previous procurement experience
• SAP experience strongly preferred
• Degree in Supply Chain management preferred, but not required

What We Offer

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!

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.

*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.

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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.