Principal Specialist, Program Manager - International Propulsion Program (Onsite)

RTX•Fairfield, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. We are currently searching for a Program Support Specialist to join our Program Management Office (PMO) located in Fairfield, CA. The individual will be responsible for supporting the International Propulsion Program team 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, material statusing, customer deliverable management, risk and opportunity management, 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. Successful candidates in this role possess the following characteristics: Team Player – Embodies the definition of an Integrated Program Team (IPT), demonstrated through collaboration, a positive attitude, and a willingness to work together to accomplish the mission Mission-oriented – Possesses the attitude, drive, and desire necessary to see assigned tasks through to completion, on schedule Communication - Must be able to effectively communicate and forge strong working relationships with people across multiple organizations, particularly in a hybrid environment Persistence – Large and complex programs and proposal require the ability to be tenacious to get the answers needed to make decisions Detail-oriented multitasker – The successful candidate will be able to handle multiple issues that affect many Mission Systems products at the same time Analysis – Demonstrates the ability to provide a logical, in-depth analysis of a problem or situation Decisiveness – Exhibits the personal confidence necessary to make critical decisions, even amidst controversy and doubt Judgment – Bases decisions on factual information and considers alternative courses of action before reaching decisions

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
Experience demonstrating the ability to strategically organize and complete projects, tasks and business objectives
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

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
Prior Program or Project Management experience preferred

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
And more!