Digital Technology Program Engagement Lead (Hybrid)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

14h•Hybrid

About The Position

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Digital Technology (DT) Program Engagement Lead (PEL) in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role is responsible for the planning, estimation, and execution of scope to support secured Program Work Environments (PWE) within Collins Strategic Business Units. The DT PEL will serve as the primary DT contact for assigned programs and will be a key driver of digital transformation and new capability adoption. This position operates in a fast-paced, collaborative, cross-functional matrix environment, supporting PWEs from proposal and start-up through sustainment, ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within budget. This is a hybrid role requiring onsite work in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with the possibility of up to 25% domestic travel.

Requirements

University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Ability to attain a Secret/Top Secret Clearance.
3+ years’ experience managing digital technology projects with oversight of infrastructure and software development initiatives.
Demonstrated strong organization skills and solid problem-solving skills in anticipating and analyzing needs as well as quickly identifying solutions.
Experience building Integrated Master Schedules in MS Project.
Experience managing project financials (EAC, BAC) and forecasting resource demand.

Nice To Haves

An active Secret/Top Secret Clearance.
Experience working in a government, engineering, and/or manufacturing environment.
Effective executive presence and influential leadership capabilities with the ability to interact with senior levels of leadership including Customer, teammates, and suppliers.
Demonstrated experience in financial planning, business case analysis and Return on Investment (ROI).
Knowledgeable of Contracts, Statement of Work (SOW), Basis of Estimate (BOE), Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) processes and practices.
Experience with and understanding of process improvement techniques (i.e., Six Sigma, Total Quality Management (TQM), Lean, etc.) to reduce waste and improve efficiencies.
Experience with various project delivery methodologies including waterfall and agile.
Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with DT, Facilities, Engineering, and Security during the proposal process to document functional requirements, translate them into standard solutions, and provide DT bid materials including Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for future business opportunities.
Manage and control the scope, cost, schedule, and performance of projects, including task planning and scheduling, financial forecasts and Estimate at Completion (EAC), resource capacity and demand tracking, and identifying/mitigating risks and opportunities.
Manage and document changes in scope of the DT development and collaborative environments throughout the program lifecycle.
Prepare presentations and effectively communicate project status to both internal and external customers at strategic and tactical leadership levels.
Establish and maintain key project metrics, milestones, and critical path, monitoring adherence to project scope, schedule, and budget.
Resolve conflicts, promote work sharing, encourage cross-functional and business collaboration, and motivate teams toward common goals.
Participate in continuous process improvement activities to enhance the predictable execution of the DT service delivery model.
Facilitate technical collaboration with 3rd parties (e.g., suppliers) to simplify and accelerate problem resolution.

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: 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.