Program Manager - Terminal Modernization (Onsite)

RTX; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vacation

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, seeks a Ground & Maritime Program Manager to oversee cost and schedule, technical performance, and customer satisfaction. You will manage options, pre-planned changes, and growth opportunities while leading a dedicated team.

The role requires active DoD Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and is onsite in Marlborough, MA or Largo, FL, with relocation not provided. Strong leadership and earned value management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
• Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of prior relevant experience OR Advanced Degree and minimum 5 years of experience.
• Planning & Scheduling with WBS, Gantt charts, timeline and milestone creation.
• Experience with MS Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Risk & Quality Management to identify, assess, mitigate risks and ensure standards.
• Budget & Resource planning and Earned Value Management knowledge.
• Reporting & Analytics with status updates, dashboards, and performance reports.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support program execution, managing cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Lead pricing options, pre-planned modifications, and growth opportunities.
• Build strong customer relationships and lead a team to meet goals.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Communication

Leadership

Risk management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

JIRA

Job description

Date Posted:2026-10-05Country:United States of America

Location:US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA1 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 1

Position Role Type:Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. 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 on day 1At 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.We are seeking a skilled individual to join our Program team supporting the Terminal Modernization programs.

The Ground & Maritime Program Manager (PM) plays a pivotal role in overseeing and supporting the comprehensive execution of Withheld Programs. This responsibility encompasses managing various elements such as cost, schedule adherence, technical performance, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The PM will also be tasked with handling priced options, pre-planned engineering modifications, and identifying potential growth avenues. A key aspect of this role is the ability to cultivate and maintain strong business relationships, promptly address customer requirements, and effectively lead a team to meet organizational goals.

In this position, the PM will hold full accountability for critical components of the program, which includes the management of a viable program baseline, implementation of earned value management techniques, and the identification and mitigation of risks and opportunities. The PM must ensure that all contractual obligations and financial commitments are met, thereby guaranteeing the program’s success. This role demands a proactive approach to problem-solving and strategic planning, as well as the capacity to juggle multiple priorities while driving the team towards achieving the desired business outcomes.

This is an Onsite position at either our Marlborough, MA or Largo, FL site. Relocation is not provided.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Project & Program Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile (Scrum, Kanban), Waterfall, and basic program frameworks

• Typically requires: Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of prior relevant experience OR Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

• Planning & Scheduling: Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Gantt charts, timeline and milestone creation

• Tools Proficiency: Experience with MS Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint

• Risk & Quality Management: Ability to identify, assess, mitigate risks and ensure project standards

• Budget & Resource Planning: Basic budgeting and cost tracking using spreadsheets or PM software, understanding of Earned Valued Management methodologies

• Reporting & Analytics: Preparing status updates, dashboards, and performance reports

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Certifications: CAPM, PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent demonstrate commitment and PM knowledge

• Tools Proficiency: JIRA

• Technical/Domain Knowledge: DoD prime contracting, system integration, sustainment

• Communication & Stakeholder Management: Clear oral/written communication, active listening, stakeholder alignment

• Leadership & Teamwork: Leading team members, motivating, conflict resolution, consensus-building

• Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Handling unexpected challenges, staying flexible, pivoting approaches

• Time Management: Managing multiple priorities, deadlines, self-starting tasks

• Organization & Attention to Detail: Maintaining documentation, schedules, precision in deliverables

• Negotiation & Conflict Resolution: Aligning resources, resolving disagreements, balancing stakeholder needs

• Strategic Thinking: Aligning projects with bigger organizational goals

• Business Acumen: Basic understanding of ROI, cost-benefit, organizational processes

What We Offer:

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.DO you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today. WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE. 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!

And more! 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 attendselect 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. Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms