Senior Program Manager (ONSITE)

RTX•Marlborough, MA

1d•$132,400 - $251,600•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace, a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions, is seeking a Deputy Program Manager to support a Strategic Communications (SC) obsolescence refresh qualification program and follow-on Production procurement. This role offers an excellent opportunity for the candidate to gain significant program management experience. The position is located ONSITE in Marlborough, MA. The Senior Program Manager will lead all aspects of program cost, schedule, and technical execution to ensure predictable performance and fulfillment of contractual commitments. They will utilize Earned Value Management to monitor performance and recommend corrective actions. The role involves delivering projects on time by effectively guiding cross-matrixed teams through clear communication, empowerment, and expectation setting. The Senior Program Manager will serve as an authorized decision-maker to achieve program objectives with support from the program manager and product area director, driving day-to-day execution while aligning with strategic goals. Responsibilities include establishing and maintaining key program metrics, defining milestones and critical paths, and monitoring adherence to budgets and schedules. The role also supports the development and tracking of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and long-term financial outlook, ensuring commitment to financial goals. Collaboration across RTX organizations and subcontractors is key, ensuring consistent use of resources, tools, and processes. The position also contributes to new business capture and proposal efforts. Domestic travel for customer, company, and program activities is required (up to 10%).

Requirements

University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience.
Experience managing a cross discipline Integrated Product Team (IPT).
Skilled in executing TINA-compliant proposals, ensuring regulatory adherence and delivering competitive, compliant submissions.
Working knowledge of EVMS (Earned Value Management Systems), various Earned Value (EV) techniques and Cost Account Manager (CAM) experience.
Strong ability to identify and implement solutions to minimize schedule disruptions caused by supply chain challenges, engineering changes, and other unforeseen impacts.
Demonstrated understanding of the Estimate at Complete (EAC) process.
Experience with Government contracting requirements.
Strong communication skills and experience presenting to customers and leadership.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated knowledge of supply chain and material management; ensuring seamless coordination to meet production schedules and optimize efficiency.
Experience with factory assembly operations, production workflows, quality standards, and driving efficiency improvements to meet delivery timelines and customer expectations.
Proven expertise in financial planning and execution, including EVMS, EACs, R&O Management, and proficiency with Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and cost/schedule integration.
RTX Program Manager Level 5 Certification or higher or the ability to obtain within 9 months of hire.
Experience in developing and reviewing program artifacts such as resource plans, basis of estimates (BOEs), master schedules, work breakdown structures, and contract deliverables (CDRLs).
Understanding of the application and execution of RTX Lifecycle Program Management (RLPM) framework or similar business processes and experience with Program Gate Reviews conducted throughout the lifecycle from Proposal through Close-Out.
RTX CORE Certified.
Experience with US DoD acquisition process.

Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of program cost, schedule, and technical execution to ensure predictable performance and fulfillment of contractual commitments.
Use Earned Value Management to monitor performance and recommend corrective actions as needed.
Deliver projects on time by effectively guiding cross‑matrixed teams through clear communication, empowerment, and expectation setting.
Serve as an authorized decision-maker to achieve program objectives with support from the program manager and product area director.
Drive day‑to‑day execution while aligning with strategic goals.
Establish and maintain key program metrics, define milestones and critical paths, and monitor adherence to budgets and schedules.
Support development and tracking of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and long‑term financial outlook, ensuring commitment to financial goals.
Lead cross-functional collaboration across RTX organizations and subcontractors, ensuring consistent use of resources, tools, and processes.
Contribute to new business capture and proposal efforts.

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 Program, 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