Senior Avionics Display Program Lead

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

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.