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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Collins Aerospace Finance / HR Apps Architect (Hybrid) - **Company:** RTX - **Location:** Richardson, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $132,400.0 - $251,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Business Systems, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Data Governance, Data Transformation, Software Design Patterns, Digital Technology, Enterprise Architecture Framework, SAP ERP, SAP (Applications), Systems Integration, Web Platforms, Enterprise Software Applications, Cloud Platform System, Technical Debt, Togaf, Integration Frameworks, Workday - **Published:** August 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/C9F40A74C9294CF4B1ADAF22A25243A3/job/ ## About the Role * 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., * 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. ## Description * 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. ## Related Videos - [Headless by Design: Building Enterprise Systems That Agents Can Actually Use](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100092-headless-by-design-building-enterprise-systems-that-agents-can-actually-use) - [Destigmatizing the Workplace: Building Real Inclusion](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1492-destigmatizing-the-workplace-building-real-inclusion) - [What if your HR software adapted to you, not the other way around?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100259-what-if-your-hr-software-adapted-to-you-not-the-other-way-around) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - How DevRel Makes Tech More Human](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2149-wearedevelopers-live-how-devrel-makes-tech-more-human) - [The Future of HR Lies in AND – Not in OR](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1783-the-future-of-hr-lies-in-and-not-in-or) - [The Future of Employee Wellbeing: Benefits, Trust & Performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1808-the-future-of-employee-wellbeing-benefits-trust-performance) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Top HR Tech Conferences in 2024](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/303-top-hr-tech-conferences-in-2024) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [React Developer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/198-react-developer-salary-2023) - [How Much FAANG Companies Actually Pay Software Engineers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/230-how-much-faang-companies-actually-pay-software-engineers-in-2025)