Senior Analyst, Program Management - MIDS (Onsite)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the MIDS (Multi Informational Display Systems) Program Management team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa as a Program Support Specialist and play a key role in supporting the execution of complex development and production programs across Collins Aerospace. In this position, you will help drive program success by supporting activities tied to pursuit, order capture, contract execution, financial reporting, customer coordination, and program performance tracking. Working alongside experienced program leaders, you will contribute to programs that support critical Mission Systems initiatives while helping ensure teams remain aligned on priorities, deliverables, and schedules. This role offers broad exposure across the business and requires close coordination with Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Contracts, Finance, Quality, and Sales teams in onsite, hybrid, and remote environments. The Program Support Specialist will assist with risk and opportunity management, action item tracking, bid and proposal efforts, and reporting activities that support both internal stakeholders and external customers. The ideal candidate is collaborative, organized, and analytical, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively across teams, and maintain momentum in fast moving and sometimes ambiguous situations.

Requirements

University Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field
Demonstrated leadership experience in formal or informal capacities, with the ability to help guide teams through ambiguity, shifting priorities, and schedule driven environments
Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet established deadlines with minimal oversight
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Experience interfacing directly with external customers and supporting customer related program activities
Prior experience supporting obsolescence tracking, coordination, or lifecycle management activities
Experience supporting bid and proposal efforts, including coordination, reporting, and cross functional collaboration
Strong organizational, communication, and problem solving skills with the ability to effectively coordinate across multiple stakeholders and teams

Responsibilities

Support the execution of complex development and production programs and proposals under the guidance of senior program management leaders
Coordinate across cross functional teams including Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Contracts, Quality, Sales, and Finance to support program objectives and deliverables
Assist with program execution activities including risk and opportunity management, action item tracking, financial and data reporting, customer coordination, and program reviews
Contribute to bid and proposal efforts through coordination, reporting, and execution support activities across the integrated program team
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers to support effective communication and timely decision making
Analyze program data, identify issues or risks, and help drive resolution of complex challenges affecting program performance and schedule
Manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail, organization, and execution against deadlines
Apply industry practices, program management principles, and sound judgment to support day to day program operations and strategic objectives
Work independently with minimal oversight while proactively driving tasks through completion and escalating issues as needed
Serve as a key contributor within the Integrated Program Team (IPT), supporting collaboration and alignment across onsite, hybrid, and remote environments

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