Deputy Program Manager (Value Stream Leader) - THAAD (Onsite)

RTX•Rockford, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. 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. We are searching for a Deputy Program Manager (DPM) to join our Program Management Leadership team located in Rockford, IL. The individual will be responsible for supporting the THAAD product team. The DPM will assist the Program Manager in leading and growing the Actuation product lines. The DPM will work closely with the program management team (PMT) to ensure achievement of the strategic objectives and customer commitments. An ideal candidate will contain the following attibutes: Persistence – Dealing with program issues requires the ability to be tenacious to get the answers needed to make decisions and take action Detail-oriented multitasker – The successful candidate will be able to handle multiple issues that affect multiple tasks at the same time Analysis – Demonstrates the ability to provide a logical, in-depth analysis of a problem or situation Cooperation – Takes personal initiative to proactively serve as team motivator creating strong morale and common purpose Coordinating – Ensures that information has been received and accurately understood by all parties Decisiveness – Exhibits the personal confidence necessary to make critical decisions, even amidst controversy and doubt Dependability – Ensures that all details of a project are accurate Drive – Displays energy, persistence, and a positive attitude when working on most projects Judgment – Bases decisions on factual information and considers alternative courses of action before reaching decisions Relationships – Develops relationships with others that are based on trust Communication - Must be able to effectively communicate with people across multiple organizations

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
Experience working with operations, quality, manufacturing, and engineering organizations
Continuous Improvement experience – CORE, Lean, Six Sigma or equivalent

Responsibilities

Responsible for tracking and reporting on Profit and Loss of the programs
Leads risk and opportunity management for the programs and drive mitigating strategies
Participates in the negotiation of contracts and contractual changes, including coordinating preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements, operational budgets, specifications, and financial conditions of contracts to ensure legal compliance and to protect the organization’s interests
Develops, maintains and presents plans and progress reports relating to business aspects of the project/program to internal executive leadership and customers, including but not limited to Program Management Reviews
Implements continuous improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency and quality, specifically utilizing CORE (Customer Oriented Results and Excellence), lean, or six sigma methodology
Identifies and addresses program problems and recommends resolutions to ensure the successful completion of programs
Leads program work with the various functional organizations to ensure alignment with the customer program objectives
Manages suppliers, when necessary, to support the program

Benefits

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