Sr Manager, Program Management

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is part of the Collins Aerospace Operations Technology & Advancement Program Management organization. The Senior Program Manager will sit at any one of our Collins locations, leading cross-functional initiatives that modernize operations through Industry 4.0, advanced manufacturing technologies, digital solutions, and data-driven decision-making. In this role, you will partner across Collins and broader RTX businesses to advance operational awareness, drive productivity, and deliver measurable cost savings through process improvements and technology‑enabled transformation while being responsible for project scope, schedule, cost, and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with experience in manufacturing environments, enthusiasm for advancing Collins’ Operations capabilities, and a demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

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

Nice To Haves

Background in manufacturing support within a high‑mix factory environment.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively both vertically and horizontally across a large organization.
Strong communication skills with experience presenting to executive stakeholders and leading cross‑functional decision forums.
Proven capability to take initiative, provide direction, and drive operations to completion.
Experience leading challenging programs, navigating adversity, and driving alignment in complex or ambiguous situations.
Ability to influence and drive change across a matrixed enterprise.

Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with program and organizational objectives.
Provide oversight for projects led by other Program Managers to ensure consistency and alignment.
Ensure program and project benefits are realized across Collins operations.
Communicate effectively with operations and executive leadership, providing clarity on priorities, risks, and progress.
Lead all program phases from inception through completion, including customer interface and requirements alignment.
Use data analytics to generate insights, guide strategic decision making, and strengthen operational awareness.
Drive productivity improvements that lead to quantifiable cost savings and enhanced operational performance.
Influence and lead change across a matrixed organization, building consensus and accelerating adoption of new technologies.
Operate in alignment with the RLPM framework to ensure disciplined program execution, risk management, and governance.
Serve as a site liaison for key operational and project activities.
Develop and maintain program plans, KPIs, dashboards, and reporting cadences that support leadership visibility and decision making.
Travel up to 25%, including potential extended assignments for key business 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