Principal Program Chief - Displays (Onsite)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Parental leave

Wellness program

Job summary

RTX in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks an experienced display program leader to guide avionics display development across hardware, software, and systems teams. You will ensure cost, schedule, and technical performance targets are met while communicating with customers and executives.

The role requires deep knowledge of TSO, DO-160, DO-254, DO-178B/C, strong program management, and mentoring of engineers in a fast-paced environment onsite at Collins Aerospace facilities.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
• Proven leadership experience in certified flight deck display development.
• Strong background in technical project management, including schedule management, Earned Value Management (EVM), and risk management.
• Expertise in avionics regulatory and certification requirements (TSO, DO-160, DO-254, DO-178B/C).
• Demonstrated ability to meet program objectives and commitments.
• Collaborative and adaptable mindset with a passion for mentoring and team growth.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage display product development programs, ensuring alignment with cost, schedule, and technical performance goals.
• Provide technical and project management leadership across hardware, systems, and software engineering teams.
• Act as the single point of contact for engineering, ensuring technical execution aligns with program and customer expectations.
• Drive program planning and execution, including pursuit, bidding, risk management, and customer technical presentations.
• Ensure compliance with avionics regulatory/certification requirements (TSO, DO-160, DO-254, DO-178B/C).

Skills

Display product development

Program management

Leadership experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical communication

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Job description

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.

Location: 106 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE, BLDG 106, Cedar Rapids, IA USA. 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 information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required. Security Clearance Status: Not Required.

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.

What You Will Do

• Lead and manage display product development programs, ensuring alignment with cost, schedule, and technical performance goals.
• Provide technical and project management leadership across hardware, systems, and software engineering teams.
• Act as the single point of contact for engineering, ensuring technical execution aligns with program and customer expectations.
• Drive program planning and execution, including pursuit, bidding, risk management, and customer technical presentations.
• Ensure compliance with Rockwell Collins Consistent Engineering Processes and avionics regulatory/certification requirements (e.g., TSO, DO-160, DO-254, DO-178B/C).
• Stay current on AMLCD and emerging display technologies, ensuring Collins Aerospace remains at the forefront of innovation.
• Balance system performance and affordability, delivering high-value solutions to customers.
• Communicate effectively across all levels, from individual contributors to executive leadership.

What You Will Learn

• Advanced Avionics Displays - Deepen your expertise in AMLCD technologies and emerging display solutions for commercial and military applications.
• Cross-Disciplinary Leadership - Collaborate across hardware, software, and systems engineering to drive seamless product development.
• Regulatory & Certification Expertise - Enhance your knowledge of TSO, DO-160, DO-254, and DO-178B/C certification requirements.
• Strategic Program Execution - Gain experience in earned value management, risk mitigation, and executive-level customer engagement.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
• Proven leadership experience in certified flight deck display development.
• Strong background in technical project management, including schedule management, Earned Value Management (EVM), and risk management.
• Expertise in avionics regulatory and certification requirements (TSO, DO-160, DO-254, DO-178B/C).
• Demonstrated ability to meet program objectives and commitments.
• Collaborative and adaptable mindset with a passion for mentoring and team growth.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage across all levels of the organization.

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 illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Carrot Health to hormonal health, fertility, and family building
• 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!

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms. RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

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.