Senior Manager, Business Development - Cryptography and Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) (Remote)

Pratt & Whitney; United States; Remote; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life insurance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Manager for Business Development, Requirements, and Capabilities within the Modular Open Systems Solutions Encryption domain. This remote US-based role drives opportunity capture, pro-actively engages DoD/government entities, and partners with cross-functional teams to guide strategy and product alignment.

You will lead white paper and proposal efforts, manage capture processes, and travel up to 50% for customer engagements, shaping cryptographic solutions

Qualifications

• Active, transferable Secret security clearance required before start date.
• U.S. citizenship required for clearance.
• 10+ years experience or 7+ years with advanced degree in related field.
• Experience with secure communications, MOSA, and cryptography.
• Experience with government acquisitions lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and capture new business opportunities within modular open systems encryption.
• Brief senior leaders in U.S. government entities to align goals and opportunities.
• Oversee proposal development and manage the capture lifecycle.
• Negotiate and close opportunities aligned with customer and market needs.
• Contribute input into product development and strategic planning.
• Build relationships with government and non-government customers.
• Evaluate competitors and market positioning.
• Collaborate with program management and engineering to drive growth.
• Travel up to 50% to support BD activities.

Skills

Security clearance

Government engagement

Proposal development

Strategic business development

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

University Degree

Advanced Degree (related field)

Tools

Cryptographic concepts

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-25

Country: United States of America

Location: US-FL-REMOTE

Position Role Type: Remote

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: Secret - Current

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.

As the Senior Manager for Business Development, Requirements, and Capabilities – Modular Open Systems Solutions Encryption, you will play a critical role in identifying, shaping, and securing new business opportunities. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive growth, influence product development, and establish strategic relationships with key stakeholders. Your efforts will ensure the company remains competitive in the market while meeting customer needs.

What You Will Do

• Lead the identification, development, and capture of new business opportunities within the Modular Open Systems Solutions Encryption portfolio
• Brief senior leaders in the U.S. Department of War (DoW) and other government entities to align on strategic goals and opportunities
• Oversee white paper and proposal development, lead capture teams, and manage the lifecycle of the pursuit, order, and capture process
• Negotiate and close new business opportunities while ensuring alignment with customer and market requirements
• Provide input into product development and strategic planning to address customer needs and market trends
• Build and maintain relationships with U.S. Government and non-Government customers to identify and pursue potential new markets
• Evaluate competitor solutions and assess the company’s positioning against market trends and customer requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including program management and engineering, to drive business growth and innovation
• Travel up to 50% may be required to support business development activities and customer engagement

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret Security Clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• Experience with U.S. military concepts of operations (CONOPs) related to secure communications, modular open systems architecture (MOSA), and cryptography
• Experience with the lifecycle of the pursuit, order, and capture process
• Experience directly supporting U.S. Government acquisitions

Qualifications We Prefer

• Previous work experience with a cryptographic product/systems prime contractor
• Experience working with the NSA and other Intelligence Community and Military Services stakeholders
• Proven track record of closing deals, building partnerships, or driving revenue in high-growth environments
• Deep understanding of cryptographic principles and cryptographic protocols
• Leadership experience and decision-making capabilities in complex business environments

  What We Offer

  Some of our competitive benefits packages include:

  • 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.
  • 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!

  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.

  * Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

  Remote

  Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.

  Position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

  Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

  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 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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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