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RTX Corporation Senior Program Manager (Value Stream Leader) - Open Communication Systems (Onsite) in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Date Posted:
2024-03-17
Country:
United States of America
Location:
HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA
Position Role Type:
Onsite
We are looking for an experienced Program Manager to lead all phases of the value stream within the Open Communication Systems department of Mission Systems. This Program Manager will lead development program efforts related to Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) Payloads, specifically relating to Multi-function Processors (MFP) and open architecture software defined radios (SDR). Candidates will be responsible for leading pursuit and capture opportunities, executing both internal (IR&D) and external development programs, supporting new product introduction and production transition activities while managing the total life cycle of new and existing product lines. As a Program Manager you will also be an integral part of developing strategies and actions related to the Strategic Financial Plan and establishing baselines and ensuring performance to our Annual Operating Plan. Coordination with many organizations across Collins Aerospace and Raytheon Technologies will be expected as well as interaction with Government customers and contractors. Some travel should be expected but will follow Collins corporate and local/state/national guidelines.
Primary Responsibilities:
Develop and execute business plans and strategies to grow the business as part of an overarching business strategy
Lead pursuit and order capture activities, including strategy development, customer contact and influence, proposal development, and negotiation
Lead program execution (NRE development of hardware/software and recurring sales), meeting financial, technical and schedule objectives
Contribute to the development of the Strategic Financial Plan and Annual Operating Plan
Manage design to cost (DTC) goals for products to meet gross margin targets
Manage single source obsolescence for existing products
Accountable for entire performance of the assigned value stream
Run a profitable and predictable business through accurate forecasting, on-time deliveries, and management of risks and opportunities
Interfaces with multiple customers / potential customers for various product lines and services, with significant material impact to the enterprise
Ability to have a growing impact on customer satisfaction due to regular customer interface and project scope
Lead complex teams with some matrixed responsibilities
Coordinate with Engineering, Business Development, and fellow Value Stream Leaders to develop and leverage product line solutions and capabilities
Lead decision making for the IPTs and applies critical thinking where incomplete data exists
Basic Qualifications:
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 or
In absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant 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
Preferred Qualifications:
- Active Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance is preferred
Desired Attributes:
Ownership: Accountable for entire performance of assigned program lifecycle
Team Player: Demonstrate shared accountability for program goals
Adaptable: Ability to quickly adapt in face of volatile requirements and market conditions
Judgement: Ability to make sound decisions in complex and ambiguous situations with incomplete data
Acumen: Strong understanding and application of Earned Value Management (EVM)
Acumen: Experience managing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and proactive Risk and Opportunity management
Acumen: Strong technical background OR ability to understand complex technical issues
Familiarity with open architecture standards such as SOSA, OMS, CMOSS / CMFF
Familiarity with military waveforms / datalinks and/or existing SDR products
Experience with NSA certification of High Assurance SDRs
Experience with Multi-level security and/or Cross Domain Solutions
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.
Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? 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. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.
Collins Aerospace Diversity & Inclusion Statement:
Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.
WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.
*Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.
Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.
Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
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!
At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.
Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.
The salary range for this role is 118,000 USD - 246,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.
This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.
RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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