Senior Manager, Program Management - Multi-Domain Products (Onsite)

RTX • Cedar Rapids, IA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Collins Aerospace as a Senior Manager, Program Management within the Mission Systems Multi Domain Products organization, where you will lead development efforts focused on Small Form Factor and space based architectures and systems. While this position carries a senior manager title, it is an individual contributor role with no direct reports. In this role, you will help drive the advancement of next generation aerospace and defense technologies by leading programs across the full product lifecycle, from early pursuit and capture activities through development, transition to production, and ongoing product support. You will play a key role in aligning technical execution with business objectives while supporting both internally funded initiatives and external customer programs. This position requires close collaboration across engineering, operations, finance, and leadership teams throughout Collins Aerospace and RTX, as well as direct engagement with government customers and industry partners. The Senior Manager, Program Management will oversee complex technical development efforts, manage schedules, risks, and program performance, and apply strong Earned Value Management principles to ensure successful execution. This is an opportunity for an experienced program leader who enjoys navigating complex challenges, influencing cross functional teams, and contributing to technologies that support critical aerospace and defense missions.

Requirements

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 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
• Experience applying Earned Value Management (EVM) principles to monitor program cost, schedule, and performance execution across complex development programs

Nice To Haves

• Active Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance is preferred
• Ability to quickly adapt in face of volatile requirements and market conditions
• Experience managing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and proactive Risk and Opportunity management
• Strong project management background leading complex technical development projects

Responsibilities

• Lead development programs supporting Small Form Factor and space based architectures and systems within the Multi Domain Products organization
• Manage all phases of the program lifecycle, including pursuit and capture activities, development execution, transition to production, and sustainment of existing product lines
• Execute both internally funded research and development (IR&D) efforts and externally funded customer programs in alignment with business and technical objectives
• Partner with cross functional teams across engineering, operations, supply chain, finance, and leadership to drive program execution and achieve milestone commitments
• Coordinate closely with internal RTX organizations, Government customers, and external contractors to support program objectives and customer requirements
• Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, and execution strategies to ensure successful delivery of technical, cost, and schedule commitments
• Support new product introduction activities and production transition planning to enable successful operational execution
• Identify, assess, and manage program risks and opportunities while driving mitigation and resolution strategies
• Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and program management best practices to monitor program performance and support business reporting requirements
• Provide program leadership and strategic direction across complex technical development efforts while influencing stakeholders in a matrixed environment
• Support customer engagements, technical reviews, and program status discussions with internal and external stakeholders
• Travel as needed to support program execution, customer meetings, and cross site collaboration activities

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
• Relocation Eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior