Program Operations Manager (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Largo, FL is seeking an onsite Program Management Office professional to lead manufacturing strategy for development programs. You will drive decisions on planning, execution, and readiness, coordinating between program management and cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has deep experience in manufacturing operations and product development for defense programs, with a track record in New Product Introduction, risk management, and cost-reduction through

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
• Experience in manufacturing operations and product development, with a proven track record of transitioning products from development to production, including Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) and Technology Readiness Level (TRL) assessments
• Proven Experience developing proposals and Basis of Estimate.
• Develop Program schedule to ensure alignment to Program contract.
• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the execution aspects of ongoing projects and services as liaison between program management team and support functional organizations.
• General Management and/or Creation of artifacts for Manufacturing strategy planning, Proposals, early Gates Reviews, Financials, Infrastructure/Capital Projects, Appropriation Requests (ARs), etc.
• Develop / Manage Operations content in Proposals (Recurring and non recurring Basis of Estimate) and Program EACs.
• Identify, monitor, and report on Program risks and opportunities and support Program Risk Review Board for new products.
• Engagement in Product Development, Producibility, Testability and how/where to “Make” Product.
• Kickoff Operations Program planning at Gate 5 for new Programs and assure manufacturing readiness
• Engage with engineering and supply chain on requirements flow down for Operations and Supply Chain partners.
• Engage in Program Test and Manufacturing Readiness Reviews (TRR/MRR) and ensure alignment to manufacturing plan and support of factory requirements. Support creation / execution of hardware maturation plans.
• Ability to work with Engineering and Influence product designs to achieve cost and schedule targets through Design for Manufacturing & Cost workshops, producibility/affordability studies, Transition To Production (TTP) planning and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) implementation.
• Report on Program Contract On-Time Delivery (OTD) Performance for both CMC and non-CMC products.
• Support Gate 11 activities at close of Development/EDM /Production contracts.
• Travel will be required (10 - 20%)

Skills

Manufacturing operations

Product development

Proposal development

Program scheduling

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

SAP / PRISM

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-19

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-FL-LARGO-382SS ~ 7887 Bryan Dairy Rd. ~ BLDG 100

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 1

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.

This position will directly support a Program Management Office (PMO) in leading manufacturing strategy for programs in development. This role is responsible for making and driving decisions for Manufacturing Strategy, Planning and Execution. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Manufacturing and / or Product Development Operations in the defense industry and must have experience leading New Product Introduction activities. The Candidate will support classified & unclassified programs within a technically diverse portfolio of complex products.

This is an onsite role in Largo, FL.

What you will do:

• Oversee and coordinate the execution aspects of ongoing projects and services as liaison between program management team and support functional organizations.
• General Management and/or Creation of artifacts for Manufacturing strategy planning, Proposals, early Gates Reviews, Financials, Infrastructure/Capital Projects, Appropriation Requests (ARs), etc.
• Develop / Manage Operations content in Proposals (Recurring and non recurring Basis of Estimate) and Program EACs.
• Identify, monitor, and report on Program risks and opportunities and support Program Risk Review Board for new products.
• Engagement in Product Development, Producibility, Testability and how/where to “Make” Product.
• Kickoff Operations Program planning at Gate 5 for new Programs and assure manufacturing readiness
• Engage with engineering and supply chain on requirements flow down for Operations and Supply Chain partners.
• Engage in Program Test and Manufacturing Readiness Reviews (TRR/MRR) and ensure alignment to manufacturing plan and support of factory requirements. Support creation / execution of hardware maturation plans.
• Ability to work with Engineering and Influence product designs to achieve cost and schedule targets through Design for Manufacturing & Cost workshops, producibility/affordability studies, Transition To Production (TTP) planning and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) implementation.
• Report on Program Contract On-Time Delivery (OTD) Performance for both CMC and non-CMC products.
• Support Gate 11 activities at close of Development/EDM /Production contracts.
• Travel will be required (10 - 20%)

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
• Experience in manufacturing operations and product development, with a proven track record of transitioning products from development to production, including Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) and Technology Readiness Level (TRL) assessments.
• Proven Experience developing proposals and Basis of Estimate.
• Develop Program schedule to ensure alignment to Program contract.
• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance.

Qualifications we prefer:

• Master’s in Engineering or Business Administration
• Proven Experience in Change Management and handling ambiguity.
• Earned Value Management Certification
• Engineering and/or Manufacturing Operations leadership inclusive of New Product Introduction
• Six Sigma Qualified or equivalent
• Experience with MS Office Suite (Excel and PowerPoint)
• Program Leadership or Material Program Management Certification
• Working knowledge of SAP / PRISM.

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!

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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. This position may be eligible for relocation.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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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