Associate Director - Program Manager; Value Stream Leader - Connected Battlespace Emerging Cap

Associate Director - Program Manager (Value Stream Leader) - Connected Battlespace Emerging Capabilities (CBEC) (Onsite)

Location:

Cedar Rapids, IA – 400 Collins Rd NE,  USA

Employer:

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company.

The Emerging Capabilities portfolio within Connected Battlespace (CBEC) seeks a Program Manager to lead both internally and externally funded R&D programs. The PM will manage profit & loss, drive pursuit and proposal efforts within the Systems & Test community, build cross‑functional teams, and create technology roadmaps to transition solutions to business units. Focus areas include Communications, Datalinks, Networks, Waveforms, Apertures, and Real‑Time Data Dissemination.

• Lead and manage multiple external program efforts and internally funded technology programs concurrently.
• Direct cross‑functional teams across local and remote locations.
• Lead the business strategy and vision for the Integrated Network Systems of Systems Critical Technology Area (CTA) and coordinate technical efforts across level‑5 PMs.
• Prioritize and recommend externally funded pursuits and IRAD efforts in collaboration with Business Development and Engineering.
• Own pursuit, order, and capture activities to grow the business.
• Accountable for strategic segment workshops and roadmap activities for associated CTA.
• Interface with customers such as DARPA, AFRL, NRL, NSA, and other prime contractors during program execution.
• Ensure meeting of contractual financial, technical, and schedule performance commitments.
• Participate in strategic financial planning and annual operating plan processes.
• Perform program EACs, PMRs and IRAD reviews and brief senior leadership.
• Travel up to 20% of the time.

• University degree and at least 12 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with at least 10 years in the field.
• Active, transferable U.S. Secret security clearance required before the start date. U.S. citizenship required.
• Experience with Communications, Datalinks, Networks, Waveforms, Apertures, Real‑Time Data Dissemination, Open Standards/Architectures, System of Systems Architectures, Command and Control in Contested Environments, PNT, or Wireless Communications.
• Experience managing EVMS programs and R&O (Risk & Opportunity) management.

• Clearance up to TS/SCI (SAP eligible preferred).
• Proven success in pursuing and capturing discretionary offset opportunities (customer‑funded R&D).
• Experience working with consortiums.
• Excellent communication across disciplines and leadership levels.
• Leveraging technologies from other Collins Aerospace or RTX entities (BBN, RTXRC, Raytheon AT).
• PMI PMP certification or equivalent program management experience.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and separate retirement contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life, disability, and optional coverage options (pet, auto, etc.).
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, fertility support, autism benefit.
• Employee assistance program, wellness incentives, virtual doctor visits.
• Additional benefits as listed in the full offer letter.

USD $147,000 – $295,000 (based on experience and qualifications).

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All eligible applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected class status.