MES Program Manager (Hybrid)

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 157,000 - 299,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

Generous 401(k) plan with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking an Associate Director, MES Program Manager to lead strategy, implementation, and optimization of MES across global operations in a hybrid role at Cedar Rapids facility.

The role requires 8+ years in program management of large enterprise systems, strong MES knowledge, and collaboration with engineering, IT, quality and leadership teams. Competitive benefits and career growth opportunities provided.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• 8+ years experience with program management oversight of DT software development or infrastructure initiatives with 3+ years experience building and managing schedules in MS Project.
• Proven experience managing large scale programs involving complex enterprise systems, such as ERP, Payroll, Data Repository, or Engineering systems.
• Demonstrated ability to interface and collaborate with concurrent Enterprise programs, managing dependencies, resources, and schedule.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and executive reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of the multi-year MES roadmap to align with business and operations strategy.
• Lead end-to-end program management for MES deployments, upgrades, and integrations Translate business objectives into functional MES requirements and scalable system solutions.
• Collaborate with manufacturing sites, engineering, quality, supply chain, and IT to drive standardization and adoption.
• Oversee project planning, budgets, timelines, risk management, change management, and communications.
• Ensure MES integrates effectively with enterprise systems.
• Establish governance structures, performance metrics, and continuous improvement processes.
• Partner with site leadership to ensure readiness (data, processes, training, validation) for MES go-live.

Skills

Program management

MES knowledge

MS Project

ERP systems

Stakeholder communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

PMP or Agile certification

Tools

MS Project

ERP platforms

MES platforms

Job description

Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-121 ~ 350 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 121

Date Posted: 2026-08-24

Country: United States of America

Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-121 ~ 350 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 121

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 Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

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, MES Program Manager is responsible for leading the strategy, implementation, and ongoing optimization of the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) across our global operations. This role will drive cross‑functional alignment, ensure successful delivery of complex manufacturing system initiatives, and champion standardization, scalability, and best‑in‑class digital manufacturing practices.

The ideal candidate combines strong program management discipline with deep MES knowledge and the ability to collaborate with engineering, operations, IT, quality, and leadership teams.

• This is a hybrid-based position at one of Collins’ major facilities.

What YOU will do

• Assist in the development and execution of the multi‑year MES roadmap to align with business and operations strategy.
• Lead end‑to‑end program management for MES deployments, upgrades, and integrations Translate business objectives into functional MES requirements and scalable system solutions.
• Collaborate with manufacturing sites, engineering, quality, supply chain, and IT to drive standardization and adoption.
• Oversee project planning, budgets, timelines, risk management, change management, and communications.
• Ensure MES integrates effectively with enterprise systems.
• Establish governance structures, performance metrics, and continuous improvement processes.
• Partner with site leadership to ensure readiness (data, processes, training, validation) for MES go‑live.
• Develop and maintain documentation including user requirements, functional specs, validation protocols, and SOPs.
• Manage vendor relationships and evaluate technology enhancements or new solution opportunities.
• Mentor and guide MES project managers, analysts, and site SMEs.
• Drive compliance with regulatory, quality, and cybersecurity standards.

Qualifications YOU Must Have

• U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• 8+ years experience with program management oversight of DT software development or infrastructure initiatives with 3+ years experience building and managing schedules in MS Project.
• Proven experience managing large scale programs involving complex enterprise systems, such as ERP, Payroll, Data Repository, or Engineering systems.
• Demonstrated ability to interface and collaborate with concurrent Enterprise programs, managing dependencies, resources, and schedule.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and executive reporting skills.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience managing integration to one or more MES platforms
• Strong knowledge of MES platforms
• Strong understanding of middleware technologies
• PMP or Agile certification.

What We Offer

• 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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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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