Associate Director, Civil Space - ISS; Onsite

Location: US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1

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Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

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.

The Associate Director, Civil Space – ISS will lead a team of Value Stream Managers to support program execution, pursuit, and order capture across a cross‑functional team responsible for the design, development, integration, testing, and support of the ISS Civil Space portfolio. This position emphasizes meeting program commitments, leading program recovery efforts, assisting in the development of a business plan for strategic growth in the space segment, and achieving results aligned with contract requirements as well as all internal and external deliverables.

The role also provides the opportunity to foster and maintain positive relationships with NASA and other external customers.

• This is a fully onsite role in Windsor Locks, CT.
• This role is eligible for relocation.
• Position will require approximately 25% travel.

• Lead and manage a team of Program Managers and programs through their life cycle, creating cross‑business product synergies to support business objectives.
• Assist and support the General Manager in providing day‑to‑day business oversight to deliver on business commitments.
• Develop a pipeline of talent in Program Management.
• Execute strategic focus to meet delivery commitments, exceed customer satisfaction, and achieve growth plans.
• Lead bidding efforts and responses to winning proposals.
• Execute and oversee program responsibilities, including cost, schedule, risk management, product support, manufacturing, and quality for all assigned programs.
• Identify and address program challenges, developing solutions such as resource allocation or changes to contractual specifications.
• Ensure customer commitments are met or exceeded, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Consolidate and present progress reports at customer, program, or product reviews.
• Manage supplier relationships in coordination with Subcontracts Management.
• Establish cost‑focused performance targets and work with teams to achieve these goals.
• Manage significant risks with financial, schedule, and strategic implications for the enterprise.
• Influence and negotiate elements with customers to achieve enterprise commitments while improving customer satisfaction.
• Establish high‑level OEM/customer relationships to foster long‑term collaboration.
• Communicate a vision to Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) and internal/external stakeholders, connecting how the vision aligns with the Space market.
• Plan, direct, and monitor collateral budgets, while leading key strategic value streams with long‑term revenue potential and an impact lasting 5‑10 years.

• Communicate effectively with executives through clear, concise presentations.
• Influence cross‑functional teams and drive outcomes without direct authority.
• Establish accountability and create urgency across IPTs.
• Lead teams successfully through ambiguity and high‑pressure situations.
• Make sound decisions and prioritize actions to meet program objectives.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team…