Principal Specialist, General Management - Total Training System (Onsite)

RTX•Davis, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world 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. We are currently searching for a Program Support Specialist to join our Total Training System (TTS) Program team located in Sterling, VA. The individual will be responsible for supporting the Program Management Office (PMO) in all activities associated with the pursuit, order, capture, and execution of existing and future programs. Emphasis is focused on supporting development and execution, as well as supporting program execution teams with a variety of activities such as: management of portions or entirety of program execution, financial reporting, customer interaction/action item reporting, subcontract management support, global trade, material statusing, NDA management, customer deliverable management, risk and opportunity management, data collection and analysis, and all levels of coordination with the core program team. This position coordinates activities across the Collins shared services business model and requires collaborative working relationships with Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, Contracts, Supply Chain, Quality, and IPP&C (Finance) points of contact in various instances of onsite, hybrid, and remote environments.

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice To Haves

Proven ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Prior Leadership experience and ability to lead IPTs through ambiguity and short deadlines
Prior external customer support/interface experience
PMP Certification
Experience managing program risk and opportunities

Responsibilities

Responsible for managing portions of complex development and production programs and proposals under the guidance of a senior program manager
Knowledge of industry practices and standards and use of professional concepts.
Applies functional or technical principles, theories, and concepts
Receives minimal instruction on day-to-day work assignments.
Plans schedules and arranges own activities in accomplishing objectives
Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise on issues
Represents organization as a prime contact on key issues

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
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs