Manager, Program / Product Management (ONSITE)

RTX•Cheshire, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. The Inertial Systems team at Collins Aerospace is looking to hire a Program/Product Manager to support our Cheshire, CT location responsible for Engineering (Customer and Collins funded) projects as well as management of legacy Programs. This position is an ONSITE role located at our Cheshire, CT location.

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years’ experience
Demonstrated experience in project or program management, overseeing complex initiatives
Working knowledge of U.S. government contracting regulations, including FAR and DFAR
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree
Proven track record managing complex projects or programs/change management.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute business plans and strategies to grow the Inertial Systems business as part of an overarching business strategy
Make decisions within the context of long-term strategic goals and objectives
Lead pursuit and order capture activities, including strategy development, customer contact and influence, proposal development, and negotiation
Serve as a primary customer contact for program activities
Lead program execution including NRE development and recurring hardware sales, to support the development of program plans, schedules, financial, technical and schedule objectives
Identify and address program challenges and provide recommendations/ resolutions to ensure the successful completion of programs through the Risk Management process
Lead program execution with the various functional stakeholders to ensure alignment with the customer program objectives and contracted requirements
Participate 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
Own budgets for each project and facilitate cadenced out briefs to senior leadership
Coordinate with Engineering, Business Development, and fellow Program Managers to develop and leverage product line solutions and capabilities
Contribute to the development of the Inertial Systems Strategic Financial Plan and Annual Operating Plan
Build strong working relationships, both internally to Collins and externally

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