MES Program Manager (Hybrid)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

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 Associate Director, MES Program Manager is responsible for leading the strategy, implementation, and ongoing optimization of the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) across our global operations. This role will drive cross‑functional alignment, ensure successful delivery of complex manufacturing system initiatives, and champion standardization, scalability, and best‑in‑class digital manufacturing practices. The ideal candidate combines strong program management discipline with deep MES knowledge and the ability to collaborate with engineering, operations, IT, quality, and leadership teams. This is a hybrid-based position at one of Collins’ major facilities.

Requirements

U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
8+ years experience with program management oversight of DT software development or infrastructure initiatives with 3+ years experience building and managing schedules in MS Project.
Proven experience managing large scale programs involving complex enterprise systems, such as ERP, Payroll, Data Repository, or Engineering systems.
Demonstrated ability to interface and collaborate with concurrent Enterprise programs, managing dependencies, resources, and schedule.
Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and executive reporting skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing integration to one or more MES platforms
Strong knowledge of MES platforms
Strong understanding of middleware technologies
PMP or Agile certification.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development and execution of the multi‑year MES roadmap to align with business and operations strategy.
Lead end‑to‑end program management for MES deployments, upgrades, and integrations.
Translate business objectives into functional MES requirements and scalable system solutions.
Collaborate with manufacturing sites, engineering, quality, supply chain, and IT to drive standardization and adoption.
Oversee project planning, budgets, timelines, risk management, change management, and communications.
Ensure MES integrates effectively with enterprise systems.
Establish governance structures, performance metrics, and continuous improvement processes.
Partner with site leadership to ensure readiness (data, processes, training, validation) for MES go‑live.
Develop and maintain documentation including user requirements, functional specs, validation protocols, and SOPs.
Manage vendor relationships and evaluate technology enhancements or new solution opportunities.
Mentor and guide MES project managers, analysts, and site SMEs.
Drive compliance with regulatory, quality, and cybersecurity standards.

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.