Digital Technology Program Engagement Lead (Hybrid)

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids, IA, seeks a Program Engagement Lead to own planning, estimation, and execution for secured program work environments. Hybrid onsite role with up to 25% travel, requiring a Secret/Top Secret clearance.

You will lead cross-functional teams across DT, facilities, engineering and security to ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and budget. The role emphasizes collaboration, risk management, and continuous process improvement within a dynamic matrix environment.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree and 8+ years of relevant experience or an Advanced Degree and 5+ years of experience.
• Ability to attain a Secret/Top Secret Clearance.
• Experience managing digital technology projects with oversight of infrastructure and software development initiatives.
• Experience building Integrated Master Schedules in MS Project.
• Experience managing project financials (EAC, BAC) and forecasting resource demand.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with DT, Facilities, Engineering, and Security during proposals, document requirements, and provide Basis of Estimates for opportunities.
• Manage scope, cost, schedule, and performance with planning, forecasting, and risk tracking.
• Document scope changes across the DT development lifecycle and projects.
• Prepare presentations and communicate status to internal and external customers at leadership levels.
• Establish and monitor key project metrics, milestones, and critical path against scope, schedule, and budget.
• Resolve conflicts and promote cross-functional collaboration to achieve goals.
• Participate in continuous process improvement to improve delivery predictability.
• Coordinate technical collaboration with 3rd parties to accelerate problem resolution.

Skills

Project management

Budget forecasting

Scheduling

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

University Degree

Advanced Degree

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-166 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 166

Date Posted: 2026-10-13

Country: United States of America

Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-166 ~ 855 35Th 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.
• Demonstrated strong organization skills and solid problem-solving skills in anticipating and analyzing needs as well as quickly identifying solutions.
• Experience building Integrated Master Schedules in MS Project.
• Experience managing project financials (EAC, BAC) and forecasting resource demand.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• An active Secret/Top Secret Clearance.
• Experience working in a government, engineering, and/or manufacturing environment.
• Effective executive presence and influential leadership capabilities with the ability to interact with senior levels of leadership including Customer, teammates, and suppliers.
• Demonstrated experience in financial planning, business case analysis and Return on Investment (ROI).
• Knowledgeable of Contracts, Statement of Work (SOW), Basis of Estimate (BOE), Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) processes and practices.
• Experience with and understanding of process improvement techniques (i.e., Six Sigma,
• Total Quality Management (TQM), Lean, etc.) to reduce waste and improve efficiencies.
• Experience with various project delivery methodologies including waterfall and agile. Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits packages include:

• 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 illnessinsurance, 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!

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

• Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD.

The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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