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Collins Aerospace · 2 days ago

Sr Program Manager (Hybrid)

Marlborough, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$132K/yr - $252K/yr

10+ years exp

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. They are seeking a Sr. Program Manager to lead the Protected Tactical Enterprise Service (PTES) program, overseeing program activities, managing contract lifecycle, and ensuring successful execution of production contracts.

AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Drive the successful closure of the development program with respect to completion of development, integration and customer certification

Supporting customer system integration activities to achieve initial operational capability (IOC)

Successful program execution of a production contract

Ongoing proposal and negotiation activities in support of Engineering Change Proposals (ECP) and/or follow-on activities

Direct all program activities

Interfaces and partners with customers to ensure project alignment

Manages the contract lifecycle, cost, schedule and performance of the program

Coordinates the negotiation, proposals, business plans, budgets and contracts for programs

Establishes cost-focused performance targets and directs work to achieve these targets

Determine priorities, interpret and apply company policies, ensure risk mitigation activities are successfully managed and establish and execute long-term strategic goals

Perform independently, confidently lead across complex cross functional teams, foster a culture of accountability and execution excellence and be a role model of RTX values and leadership behaviors

Lead strategy, vision and tactical direction of the business with a focus on meeting contractual commitments and company expectations as set forth by the business

Responsible for downward communication of top-level project goals, objectives and decisions and upward communication of program performance to senior management

Assures on-time execution of contracts and proposal submittals through empowerment, communication, setting expectations, and building teams

Acts as empowered authority to accomplish objectives with support from the leadership team

Drives tactical execution while meeting strategic objectives

Establishes and maintains key programmatic metrics, defines milestones, critical path and monitors adherence to program budgets and schedules

Supports the development and tracking of the program Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and long-term financial outlook and commits to specific financial goals and obligations

Leads the collaboration necessary across functional groups, broader RTX organizations and subcontractors to ensure program success. Ensures that functional resources, tools, and processes are utilized in a consistent way

Establishes roadmaps to drive down cost, improve performance, and win competitions

Maintains an energetic and productive workforce. Provides leadership to indirect reports, multi-functional teams and key partners with abilities to organize and prioritize to ensure successful execution of all commitments

Establishes growth strategies, with a significant focus on growing the business for both existing capabilities and future capabilities

Qualification

Program ManagementGovernment ContractingEarned Value ManagementBudget ManagementRisk MitigationStrategic PlanningAerospace Industry ExperienceDoD Acquisition ProcessCommunication SkillsLeadership

Required

Typically requires: Bachelor's degree and 10 years of prior relevant experience OR Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Minimum of 10 years prior relevant experience in government, defense, aerospace or related industry

Experience with Government contracting requirements and the DoD acquisition management process

Experience supporting development and production programs

A strong command of PM best practices to enhance program execution with demonstrated experience managing and overseeing program management tools such as R/O Management, Cost and Schedule Management and Earned Value Management

Strong communication skills with experience interfacing with customers and presenting to internal leadership

Earned Value Management (EVMS) Certified or equivalent

Demonstrated understanding of the Estimate at Complete (EAC) process

Preferred

Master's degree from an accredited university

Ability to achieve RTX PM Certification Level 5 within 1 year

RTX CORE certified

Demonstrated ability to apply and execute RTX's Lifecycle Program Management (RLPM) or similar business processes

Experience with Gate / Leadership Conducted for Program Start-up through Close-Out

Experience submitting compliant proposals and establishing systems requirements and funding allocations

Demonstrated knowledge of satellite communications technologies

Experience managing a budget of over $20M

Experience working with US Air Force Nuclear Command, Control and Communications Center (NC3)

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

And more!