Portfolio and Program Engagement Lead (Hybrid)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Collins Aerospace Digital Technology (DT) Infrastructure is seeking a senior Portfolio and Program Engagement Lead to drive the planning, estimation, and execution of secure Program Work Environment (PWE) capabilities across the Collins Mission Systems Strategic Business Unit. The role serves as the primary DT liaison to program leadership, promoting predictable program performance and adoption of new technologies. It leads a matrixed team of DT Program Engagement Leads and collaborates with engineering, operations, cybersecurity, and supplier partners to deliver secure, compliant, reliable digital solutions through the full program lifecycle, from proposal and startup through execution and sustainment. The position is hybrid in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with up to 25% domestic travel. An active and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance is required before the start date, and U.S. citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.

Requirements

Typically requires a university degree and at least 12 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and at least 10 years of experience.
U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Ability to obtain a Secret clearance; the posting also states that an active and existing security clearance is required after day one and an active, transferable U.S. government-issued clearance is required before the start date.
At least 5 years managing digital technology, infrastructure, or engineering programs, with demonstrated success across cost, schedule, and scope.
Experience building and managing Integrated Master Schedules using MS Project or equivalent tools.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to anticipate needs and develop effective solutions.
Demonstrated experience managing project financials, including EAC, BAC, and resource capacity and demand forecasting.
Proven ability to influence and lead teams in a matrixed environment without direct authority.

Nice To Haves

Ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
Experience supporting government, defense, engineering, or manufacturing programs.
Strong executive presence and ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior leaders, customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
Experience in business case development, financial planning, and ROI analysis.
Knowledge of contracts, SOWs, BOEs, and ROM development.
Experience gathering requirements and identifying technical solutions aligned to business needs.
Familiarity with CORE, Six Sigma, TQM, or other process improvement methodologies.
Experience with Agile and Waterfall project delivery frameworks.
PMP certification, active or in progress.

Responsibilities

Partner with engineering and business stakeholders to understand future capability needs and identify opportunities for DT solutions to advance business objectives.
Lead a matrixed team of DT Program Engagement Leads responsible for secure PWE execution, ensuring cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives are achieved.
Serve as the senior DT representative for secure PWEs and partner with program leadership on strategy, roadmaps, and operational priorities.
Engage early in bids, proposals, BOEs, and ROMs to support accurate estimating, alignment to standards, and program startup readiness.
Develop and maintain portfolio-level PWE roadmaps, aligning DT investments, resource planning, and AOP budgets with long-term business forecasts.
Act as the primary escalation point for issue resolution and coordinate subject-matter expert engagement to remove barriers affecting program delivery.
Oversee portfolio performance, compliance, risk management, and adherence to DT and PWE service delivery models.
Monitor and manage project and portfolio financials, including EAC, BAC, resource demand forecasting, and productivity metrics.
Manage program scope changes, evaluate impacts, rebaseline plans, and ensure stakeholder alignment.
Prepare and deliver executive-level communications, presentations, and status updates for internal and external stakeholders.
Facilitate collaboration with engineering teams and third-party suppliers to support timely technical decisions and problem resolution.
Champion continuous improvement using methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Agile to improve consistency, reduce waste, and enhance PWE delivery.
Support and participate in DT, business unit, and program cadence reviews, including weekly, monthly, and quarterly operating rhythms.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
401(k) plan with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Student Loan Repayment Program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and identity theft protection coverages.
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning benefits.
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.
Flexible spending accounts.
Flexible work schedules.
Paid time off and holidays.
Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, subject to eligibility and program terms.