PLM Program Manager (Hybrid)

Collins Aerospace; Windsor Locks (CT); Hybrid; USD 157,000 - 299,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

3 weeks vacation

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a PLM Program Manager to lead end-to-end PLM initiatives within the Digital Technology PMO, orchestrating alignment across engineering, operations, and DT.

You will develop executive-ready reporting, manage vendor contracts, run cross-functional delivery, mitigate risks, and drive PLM transformation in a hybrid Agile/Waterfall environment, partnering with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Requires a university degree with extensive relevant experience, or an advanced degree with high experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required to access program information.
• Strong program or portfolio management experience in tech/engineering/operations.
• Experience in regulated environments.
• Proven end-to-end bid process management and vendor negotiations.
• Resilient and adaptable under pressure.
• Confident communicator who influences senior stakeholders.
• Ability to distill data into executive-ready insights.
• Hands-on experience with Teamcenter and Enovia PLM is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own the executable PLM program delivery plan aligned with engineering, operations, and DT priorities.
• Drive full vendor contract lifecycle from proposal to award and execution.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to remove barriers and ensure quality, on-time delivery.
• Lead complex PLM proposals and business cases enabling enterprise transformation and growth.
• Identify and mitigate program risks while seizing opportunities to strengthen customer value.
• Coordinate with DT, engineering, operations, and suppliers for integrated delivery of PLM elements.
• Manage program execution in a hybrid Agile/Waterfall environment and drive maturity of PLM practices.
• Build trusted relationships with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders for long-term success.
• Deliver clear executive updates to enable data-driven, transparent decisions.

Skills

Program management

Portfolio management

Bid management

Executive communication

Stakeholder influence

Data-driven presentations

Cross-functional collaboration

Agile/Waterfall

Risk management

Education

University degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Teamcenter

Enovia PLM

Job description

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 PLM Program Manager serves as a strategic leader within the Collins Aerospace Digital Technology (DT) Program Management Office (PMO), responsible for orchestrating end‑to‑end delivery of high‑visibility, high‑impact PLM initiatives. This role drives enterprise alignment across engineering, operations, and DT, develops executive‑ready reporting and insights, and shapes the long‑term PLM strategy and transformation roadmap within the engineering organization.

The ideal candidate brings exceptional program leadership, high executive presence, and the ability to translate complex engineering, data, and technical challenges into clear, actionable guidance for project managers, functional groups, and senior leadership.

Date Posted

2026-09-24

Country

United States of America

Location

US-NC-CHARLOTTE-2730 ~ 2730 W Tyvola Rd ~ TYVOLA

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

Position Details

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

What YOU will do:

• Develop and own the executable PLM program delivery plan, ensuring strategic alignment with engineering, operations, and DT priorities.
• Drive the full vendor contract lifecycle, from proposal development to contract award and execution.
• Work cross-functionally to remove barriers and enable successful delivery, ensuring customer deliverables meet quality standards and timelines.
• Lead and manage complex PLM proposals and business cases that enable enterprise transformation, capability expansion, and strategic growth.
• Identify and mitigate program risks while actively capturing and exploiting opportunities to enhance outcomes and strengthen customer value.
• Collaborate across DT, engineering, operations, and suppliers to ensure integrated delivery and seamless execution across all PLM elements.
• Manage program execution within a hybrid Agile/Waterfall environment and drive maturity in PLM delivery practices.
• Build and sustain trusted relationships with customers, partners, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to support a shared vision and ensure long‑term success.
• Deliver clear, concise, and compelling executive updates, enabling data‑driven decisions and transparent visibility across engineering’s PLM ecosystem.

Qualifications YOU Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience
• U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• Strong program or portfolio management experience in a technology, engineering, or operations environment.
• Relevant, recent experience executing programs within highly regulated or controlled environments.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end bid processes, leading negotiations and ultimately ensuring on time vendor delivery of contracted scope.
• Resilient and adaptable, able to navigate ambiguity and pressure in fast-paced settings.
• Confident communicator capable of influencing senior stakeholders and technical experts.
• Proven ability to develop executive-ready presentations and distill complex data into meaningful insights.
• Hands‑on experience with Teamcenter and Enovia PLM systems is true plus.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industries.
• Prior experience in senior PM roles.
• Knowledge of portfolio management tools and frameworks (Agile, Waterfall, SAFe).
• PMP, PgMP or comparable certifications.
• Experience driving PLM transformation initiatives, engineering workflows, and digital thread enablement preferred.

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!

Do you want to be part of a new, exciting initiative to combine foundational IT with new digital technologies? Our Digital Technology team is driving business efficiencies and a better customer experience by connecting technologies, people, information and processes. From making aircraft more electric, intelligent and integrated to building new software platforms such as Internet of Things, big data, artificial intelligence, and blockchain, there’s no better place to be right now than in digital. If you’re an agile thinker who enjoys utilizing modern technology to make big improvements, then you’re a perfect fit for this team. Join Collins Aerospace to help us revolutionize the aerospace industry today!

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.