Collins PST SBU Readiness Lead; Hybrid

Position: Collins PST SBU Readiness Lead (Hybrid)
** Date Posted:
**** Country:
** United States of America
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* Location:

** HNC
01: UTAS Headquarters (HS) 2730 West Tyvola Road, Charlotte, NC, 28217 USA
** Position Role Type:
** Hybrid
* * U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
** U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
** Security Clearance:
** None/Not Required Collins Aerospace is seeking an SBU readiness Lead to support our Process & Systems Transformation (PST) program, a cornerstone of the oneRTX enterprise initiative. This role will report to the PST Program Director and serve as a key enabler of Collins’ SAP S/4 HANA transformation.

The PST program is a multi-year effort to harmonize key business processes, data, tools, and metrics across RTX while deploying a common ERP platform (SAP S/4 HANA). The result will be a standardized user experience, real-time visibility into critical data, and automation of manual tasks—allowing employees to focus on high-value activities.

The SBU Readiness Lead is responsible for driving S/4

HANA deployment readiness activities within an assigned Strategic Business Unit (SBU). This position ensures alignment across functional, digital, and site teams to enable successful transition through each PST deployment wave. Working directly with the PST Director and SBU Core Teams, the SBU Readiness Lead coordinates readiness assessments, mitigates risks, manages site enablement, and ensures SBU execution against enterprise transformation milestones.
** This individual may sit at any major Collins site within the U.S.

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* What YOU will do:

*** Lead SBU readiness planning and track milestones against PST Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
* Coordinate readiness checkpoints, site assessments, and deployment planning within the SBU.
* Manage SBU readiness trackers and dashboards to ensure visibility into site, data, and change management status.
* Partner with the PST Organizational Change Management (OCM) team to drive communication, end-user adoption, and training execution.
* Facilitate engagement between the SBU Core Team, Site SMEs, and central PST functions (Data, Cutover, OCM, Technical, and Functional Teams).
* Conduct post-deployment reviews and lessons learned to refine readiness frameworks for subsequent waves.
* Support hypercare, stabilization, and sustainment transition planning within assigned SBU. Propose improvements to scheduling processes and tools to optimize efficiency.
** Qualifications YOU Must Have:
*** 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
* Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder (Collins will not provide sponsorship).
* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with 10+ years of scheduling/program planning experience, OR advanced degree with 7+ years of relevant experience.
* Proven success managing multi-site readiness and deployment execution.
* Strong understanding of SAP or ERP system implementations, including data, process, and change management components.
* Demonstrated ability to work across functional, digital, and business domains in a complex matrix environment.
* Experience in ERP transformation programs (SAP S/4 HANA strongly preferred).
* Knowledge of CORE (Six Sigma, Change Management) and program management methodologies.
* Familiarity with both waterfall and agile project approaches.
** Qualifications We Prefer:
*** Experience in a matrixed, enterprise environment working across SBUs and corporate functions.
* Background in aerospace & defense or similarly regulated industries.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment (virtual and in-person).
* Strong collaboration and change management skills.
* PMP and/or Agile certifications.
* Ability to travel 25–40% as program needs require.
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* What We Offer:

** 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,…