Principal Specialist, Program Management

Collins Aerospace; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vacation 3 weeks

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a leader in aerospace and defense, seeks a Program Manager – Landing Gear Miami Commercial to lead aftermarket programs including Piece Part Repair and A350 overhaul readiness. You will work across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, and customers to ensure commitments and position for future demand.

The role demands an advanced degree or a university degree with 5–8+ years experience, strong financial and communication skills, and proven cross-functional

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional programs and managing customer relationships.
• Strong financial, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned commercial programs, including the Piece Part Repair portfolio and A350 overhaul sampling program, developing and executing strategic plans aligned with customer and business objectives.
• Drive A350 overhaul readiness by coordinating cross-functional activities related to capacity, capability, material, tooling, processes, and suppliers; identify gaps and lead actions to ensure readiness for future overhaul demand.
• Own customer and supplier relationships, serving as a key interface for program performance, forecasts, schedules, delivery commitments, commercial issues, escalations and recovery plans while driving customer satisfaction.
• Manage program financial and operational performance, including sales, EBIT, OTD, WIP, quality, inventory, rotables, and other applicable KPIs. Identify performance gaps, risks, and opportunities and lead recovery actions.
• Lead forecasting, business planning, and commercial activities, including sales forecasts, strategic customer profiles, contract amendments, new contract introductions, and support for commercial negotiations.
• Drive continuous improvement and cross-functional execution, leading cost-reduction and improvement initiatives across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other functions.
• Provide clear program status, risks, opportunities, and required actions to leadership.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Influence without authority

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Advanced degree in related field

Job description

Date Posted:
2026-08-31
Country: United States of America
Location: US-FL-OPA LOCKA-3201 ~ 3201 NW 167th St ~ NW 167TH
Position Role Type: Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The company will offer immigration sponsorship for this position, if needed. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.
Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world 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.

We are seeking a Program Manager – Landing Gear Miami Commercial to lead key aftermarket programs focused on Piece Part Repair and A350 overhaul readiness, including the A350 overhaul sampling program. This role will have significant responsibility for program strategy, customer relationships, financial and operational performance, and cross-functional execution.

The Program Manager will work across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, and customers to ensure program commitments are achieved while positioning the business for future A350 overhaul demand and growth.

What You Will Do

• Lead assigned commercial programs, including the Piece Part Repair portfolio and A350 overhaul sampling program, developing and executing strategic plans aligned with customer and business objectives
• Drive A350 overhaul readiness by coordinating cross-functional activities related to capacity, capability, material, tooling, processes, and suppliers; identify gaps and lead actions to ensure readiness for future overhaul demand
• Own customer and supplier relationships, serving as a key interface for program performance, forecasts, schedules, delivery commitments, commercial issues, escalations and recovery plans while driving customer satisfaction
• Manage program financial and operational performance, including sales, EBIT, OTD, WIP, quality, inventory, rotables, and other applicable KPIs. Identify performance gaps, risks, and opportunities and lead recovery actions
• Lead forecasting, business planning, and commercial activities, including sales forecasts, strategic customer profiles, contract amendments, new contract introductions, and support for commercial negotiations
• Drive continuous improvement and cross-functional execution, leading cost-reduction and improvement initiatives across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other functions
• Provide clear program status, risks, opportunities, and required actions to leadership

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional programs and managing customer relationships
• Strong financial, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams without direct authority
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in the aerospace industry
• Experience in aerospace landing gear, MRO, repair, overhaul, or aftermarket services
• Experience with Airbus A350 or other commercial aircraft programs
• Experience with piece part repair, overhaul readiness, capacity planning, or demand forecasting
• Experience with contracts, commercial negotiations, and continuous improvement initiatives

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!

may be eligible for relocation

Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!

• Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Onsite: 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 possibilities. 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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