Today's knowledge-based economy is driven by constant innovation. And, the foundation of innovation lies in a dynamic, motivated, and well-educated workforce.

At Rockwell Collins, we are fortunate to have about 20,000 employees around the world equipped with skills that have served our company well throughout the years. But, who will follow in your footsteps?

Who will anticipate our customers' needs in the future? Who will pursue the latest advances in new technologies? Who will take our company to the next level if the negative trends we're seeing in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education continue?

As our world continues to move forward at lightning speed, we must ask ourselves what we can do to help alleviate the current crisis in STEM education, and grow the tradition of science and math excellence in the communities where we live and work.

In this issue of Horizons, you can learn more about Rockwell Collins' Engineering Experiences — an enhanced education initiative dedicated to inspiring the next generation of engineering talent.

Regardless of whether you work in Cedar Rapids or one of our regional locations, you can play an important role in helping students understand the incredible career opportunities that exist in science, technology, engineering and math.

Whether you're an engineer, accountant, lawyer or administrative assistant, you have the ability to help young people see themselves as successful, smart kids who can do anything they set their minds to – even if it involves math and science.

When you excite students with hands-on activities that provide them with a real-world connection to classroom learning, they get motivated and they want to learn.

I encourage you to find ways to get involved with Engineering Experiences and, ultimately, to make a difference in the lives of today's youth.

Clay Jones
Chairman, President and CEO

Rockwell Collins employees (from left) are: Damon Medeiros of Honolulu, Hawaii, and Dana Fudge and Tammy Snipes of Richardson, Texas.