Program Manager (Onsite)

RTX•Aberdeen, MD

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Identification and Interrogator Products Directorate, within the Collins Aerospace Mission Systems team, is seeking a Program Manager (PM) to lead Product Development and Platform Integration across multiple domestic and international platforms. Immediate responsibilities include managing multiple production contracts and supporting existing product deliveries. Duties include management of all cost, schedule, and technical execution of assigned programs. The individual will work closely with multiple customers and will require solid interpersonal /relationship skills to secure new business in support of the IFF Annual Operating Plan (AOP) commitments. The Program Manager (PM) will communicate with management (and/or customers) through briefing packages, EACs, and technical proposals, Gate Reviews and present Program Plans that accurately reflect the program's health and must be achievable. Since there are generally no direct reports to the PM in a matrixed organization, the PM must have good communication skills to engage the team and functional management to achieve results. This will include working with section and department managers to ensure the team members have the correct technical skills to execute the program. The PM must continue to evaluate the needed skills and develop high performing teams. Given the size and complexity of these efforts, delegation and supervision of work products is necessary to ensure technical results as well as cost and schedule. This position can sit at either our Aberdeen, MD or Largo, FL locations. Relocation is not provided. 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. At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions.

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years’ experience leading multi-disciplined teams, experience creating/pursuing leads and winning military and/or commercial contract awards
Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of prior relevant experience OR Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 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.
PM experience for programs valued up to $25M
Experience working in the defense and/or aerospace market with U.S. Department of Defense or other Government agencies and OEMs
Demonstrated experience in leading development programs and Capture/proposals
Demonstrated ability to initiate and sustain positive customer relationships
Demonstrated understanding and proficient use of program management tools such as Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Integrated Master Plan (IMP) / Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), Risk and Opportunity Management or similar business processes
Proficient in managing multiple contract types (CPFF, FFP, DCS, FMS)
Effective communication/presentation, analytical and problem-solving skills
Willingness to engage foreign customers and travel both domestically and internationally as required, (~25%)

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of IFF, Airborne Radio or Radar Systems, Production systems
Avionics development, certification, and prime mission system integration support
Strong experience and relationships within US DoD and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) aviation community
Experience leading larger production scope contracts including post delivery customer support
Experience with International Direct Commercial Sales and Foreign Military Sales (FMS)
Direct involvement working through ITAR, Export/Import and licensing regulations
Subcontractor management for technical development efforts.
EV Certified / PM Certification
Preference for a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Management or similar field

Responsibilities

Accountable for the full lifecycle of products and services from inception through completion, inclusive of pursuit and order capture, design and development, produce to deliver, service/support, and long-term strategic business plans
Assigned as the chair of the Program Management Team (PMT) accountable for managing the contract lifecycle, cost schedule, performance and on-time delivery of company programs
Serves as the face of the organization to clients and customers
Has Profit & Loss (P&L) responsibility for a specified value stream or group of value streams within a business segment or portfolio

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!