Collins Aerospace · 19 hours ago
Director - Program Manager - Emerging Capabilities (Onsite)
Cedar Rapids, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$186K/yr - $354K/yr
12+ years expCollins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced solutions for the aerospace and defense industry. They are seeking a Director of Program Management to lead their Emerging Capabilities organization, focusing on developing next-generation technologies and establishing technology roadmaps to support business growth.
AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Direct and lead the business strategy and vision for multiple EC technology areas
Lead Program Managers that manage multiple external programs & internally funded technology efforts simultaneously
Lead cross functional teams across local and remote locations and time zones
Defining and recommending the prioritization of externally funded pursuits and IRAD funded efforts, working collaboratively with Business Development (BD), Strategy, and Engineering
Lead and be accountable for Pursuit, Order, Capture activities as part of growing the business, leveraging business development, strategy, and engineering partners
Interface with customers (e.g., DARPA, AFRL, NRL, NSA, Prime Contractors, etc.) during pursuit and program execution
Responsible for meeting contractual commitments including financial, technical, and schedule performance of assigned programs
Actively involved with Strategic Financial Planning and Annual Operating Plan processes for associated Critical Technology Areas
Perform regular program EACs, PMRs and IRAD reviews with an ability to brief senior leadership
Travel up to 20% of the time
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 14 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 12 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
Demonstrated ability to lead leaders and across cross functional teams
Demonstrated ability to brief senior leadership both internally and externally
Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple efforts simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with team members in remote locations
Demonstrated ability to provide positive interface with S&T customers (DARPA, AFRL, NRL, NSA, etc.) and Prime contractors
Experience / Knowledge with products and systems in the following areas: Flight Management, Communications, Datalinks, Networks, Waveforms, Apertures, Real-Time Data Dissemination, Open Standards/Architectures, System of System Architectures, Command and Control in Contested Environments, Position Navigation and Timing (PNT), Wireless Communications, or Advanced Materials & Manufacturing
Experience with Earned Value Management and R&O management
Preferred
Active or Existing Top Secret or TS/SCI Security Clearance preferred
Comfortable interfacing and communicating throughout the organization across different disciplines, as well as with different levels of leadership
Demonstrated ability to recognize, pursue, and capture S&T opportunities that directly support business strategies
Experience leveraging efforts and technologies from other Collins Aerospace or RTX organizations (e.g., BBN, RTXRC, Raytheon AT)
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!
Company
Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace is an RTX business.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-07-21Acquired
Leadership Team
Brad Haselhorst
Vice President and General Manager, Interior Products
Greg Gernhardt
VP Boeing Programs
Recent News
2025-04-10
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