Manager, Secure Technologies Program Management (Onsite)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life insurance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks a Manager of Secure Technologies Product Management to lead CDS/MLS development and delivery within the ProTect portfolio. This onsite role requires coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure milestones are met and customer requirements are satisfied.

The ideal candidate balances technical knowledge with business acumen, maintains DoD Secret clearance, and travels up to 10% domestically.

Qualifications

• Requires a University Degree and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
• An Advanced Degree with a minimum of 5 years in a related field is preferred.
• Experience in project management activities, including resource allocation, project costing, deliverable tracking, EVM, schedule management, financial monitoring, and reporting.
• Experience managing multiple contracts and subcontracts of varying types and complexity, in multi-vendor environments.
• Experience identifying technical program risks and opportunities and developing mitigation and management plans.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead IR&D programs and oversee CDS/MLS development and production programs, including customer- and company-funded initiatives.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and technical resources to support CDS/MLS product development and transitions from EMD to LRIP and full production.
• Monitor portfolio performance against plans and requirements; implement adjustments to maintain execution and delivery commitments.
• Serve as primary backup to Lead Program Manager during absences and lead stakeholder meetings to communicate deliverables and status.
• Support CDS/MLS roadmapping and capital investments, including business cases for internal investments.

Skills

Project management

Resource allocation

Earned Value Mgmt

Cross-functional leadership

Security clearance

Education

University Degree

Advanced Degree

Job description

Location

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

Date Posted

2026-10-29

Country

United States of America

Position Role Type

Onsite

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

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. Collins Aerospace reaches across the markets it serves and its vast portfolio of expertise to design and build without limits - so our customers can do the same.

We enable hybrid‑electric propulsion for more fuel‑efficient flights. We create lighter‑weight, higher‑performing structures to decrease maintenance. We reduce pilot workload with more autonomous operations. We combine modern design with innovative technology for a best‑in‑class cabin experience. We harness data to connect the aviation ecosystem and modern battlespace. We drive forward more sustainable practices and products. We accelerate technology and embrace digital transformation and in doing so push the limits of what's possible to drive the future of aerospace with one of the deepest capabilities sets and broadest perspectives in the industry.

The Manager, Secure Technologies Product Management is responsible for providing development support, performance, execution, and growth for Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), Multi-Level Security (MLS) product line development and delivery within the Protected Payload Technologies (ProTect) business area. This includes portfolio strategy, forecasting, proposal preparation, applicable Gate Reviews, establishing and supporting regular customer status meetings, and coordinating with the matrixed functional support teams. This leader works in concert with the Lead CDS PM and partners with functional stakeholders to ensure timely completion of development/delivery milestones per Program IMS, Production program oversight and delivery timeliness, as well as post‑delivery support. This position includes management of key product lines in support of programs and strategic initiatives. This individual will support the leadership of integrated product team (IPT’s), various functional support POCs, to ensure all technical, and programmatic requirements are met. Ideal candidate will balance technical knowledge and business acumen to manage assigned product line.

This position is located onsite in Cedar Rapids, IA

What You Will Do

• Lead assigned Independent Research and Development (IR&D) programs and support the Lead Program Manager in overseeing mid- to large-scale CDS/MLS development and production programs, including customer- and company-funded initiatives, to meet customer requirements and financial commitments
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and technical resources to support the development of new and existing CDS/MLS products, resolve technical challenges, and lead product transitions from Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) through Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) and full production
• Support internal program management reviews, monitor portfolio performance against established plans and requirements, and implement necessary adjustments to maintain program execution and delivery commitments
• Serve as the primary backup to the Lead Program Manager during absences, respond to requests for information, and lead assigned stakeholder meetings to communicate deliverables, program status, plans, and execution strategies
• Support product line roadmapping and strategic planning, including developing business cases for internal investments that sustain, mature, and strengthen the CDS/MLS portfolio
• Support discretionary investment management, including oversight of IRAD, capital, and other company-funded investments, while contributing to monthly financial forecasting and business planning activities
• Collaborate with ProTect Finance, Business Development, Chief Engineering, Contracts Finance, Contracts, Operations, and program execution teams to support business capture, program performance, financial objectives, and the management of financial risks and opportunities
• Partner with system-level program management teams to define requirements, develop designs, and transition applicable products into the CDS portfolio for technology insertion and long‑term sustainment
• Support the Lead Program Manager in leveraging common building‑block architectures and technologies across Mission Systems, Collins Aerospace, and RTX to develop best‑of‑breed product solutions
• Travel domestically up to 10% of the time

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
• Experience in project management activities, including resource allocation, project costing, deliverable tracking, Earned Value Management (EVM), schedule management, financial monitoring, and reporting
• Experience managing multiple contracts and subcontracts of varying types and complexity, including working in multi‑vendor environments
• Experience identifying technical program risks and opportunities and developing associated mitigation and management plans
• Experience managing or supporting multidisciplinary, cross‑functional teams in a matrixed environment
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and proactively manage responsibilities with minimal supervision
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• Ability to obtain authorization for Special Access Programs (SAP)

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with National Security Agency (NSA) certification of Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) products
• Experience in product line management, technical development programs, and transitioning products into production
• Active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance or higher
• Experience briefing senior leadership, both internally and externally, and managing multiple competing priorities
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross‑functional teams through effective communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement
• Experience leveraging technologies across Collins Aerospace and RTX to develop common product architectures and solutions for multiple customers, business units, and platforms
• Experience developing business plans and capital investment requests to support long‑term business and infrastructure needs
• Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills, with a commitment to integrity, leadership, and mentorship

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, 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!

Relocation Eligibility

• Eligible for relocation

Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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.

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.

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.

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.