Digital Technology Program Engagement Lead; Hybrid

Position: Digital Technology Program Engagement Lead (Hybrid) 
Job d:
Posted Today

Start Date:

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-166 ~ 855 35

Th St NE ~ BLDG 166

Country:
United States of America Time Type:
Full time

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-166 ~ 855 35

Th St NE ~ BLDG 166

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

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

Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance:
Secret

Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Digital Technology (DT) Infrastructure currently has an exciting opportunity for a Program Engagement Lead (PEL) in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The DT PEL owns the planning, estimation and execution of scope required to support secured Program Work Environments (PWE) within the Collins Strategic Business Units. The successful candidate will be the primary DT touchpoint for assigned programs and be a change agent for digital transformation and new capability adoption.

This role will work in a fast-paced, collaborative, cross functional matrix environment to effectively support PWEs from proposal and start-up through sustainment, ensuring projects are completed on schedule within the established budget.  This is a hybrid role. This individual must be able to work onsite in the Collins Aerospace, Cedar Rapids, Iowa location with the ability to travel up to 25% domestically.

** This is a hybrid-based position based in Cedar Rapids, IA

* What YOU will do:

Collaborate with DT, Facilities, Engineering, and Security participating in the proposal process to document functional requirements, translate requirements into standard solutions and provide DT bid materials including Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for future business opportunities and pursuits.  Manage and control scope, cost, schedule, and performance of projects, which will include task planning and scheduling, financial forecasts and Estimate at Completion (EAC), resource capacity and demand tracking and identifying/mitigating risks & opportunities. 

Manage and document changes in scope of the DT development and collaborative environments over the lifecycle program.  Prepare presentations and effectively communicate project status with both internal and external customers at strategic and tactical leadership levels.  Establish and maintain key project metrics, milestones, critical path and monitor adherence to project scope, schedule, and budget. Resolve conflicts, promote work sharing, encourage cross function and business collaboration and motivate teams toward common goals. 

Participate in continuous process improvement activities to improve predictable execution of the DT service delivery model.  Facilitate technical collaboration with 3rd parties (e.g., suppliers) to simplify and accelerate problem resolution. Qualifications YOU Must Have:
Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.

U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Ability to attain a Secret/Top Secret Clearance.  3+ years’ experience managing digital technology projects with oversight of infrastructure and software development initiatives. …