Senior Manager, Program Management - Civil Space (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Rainbow (CT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Optional cover

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Windsor Locks, CT, seeks a Senior Manager, Program Management to guide the Orion portfolio through pursuit, development, production, delivery, and support. You will lead the Integrated Project Team (IPT) and own the execution and business performance of value streams, balancing cost, schedule, technical performance, profitability, and customer commitments.

Working across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and other functions, you will lead complex teams, resolve

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in a related field and significant experience leading complex programs

Responsibilities

• Lead the Integrated Project Team (IPT) to guide program execution end-to-end
• Balance cost, schedule, technical performance, and customer commitments
• Coordinate across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and support functions
• Engage with customers and OEM partners to align priorities and commitments
• Direct investments and influence strategies to maximize long-term value streams

Skills

Program leadership

Stakeholder management

Earned value management

Integrated scheduling

Resource planning

Education

University Degree

Advanced Degree

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-14

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1A ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1A

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Manager, Program Management to guide the Orion portfolio of products and services through their full lifecycle, from pursuit and order capture through development, production, delivery, and ongoing customer support. As the leader of the Integrated Project Team (IPT), you will own the execution and business performance of assigned value streams, balancing cost, schedule, technical performance, profitability, and customer commitments. This position brings together program leadership, customer engagement, and business accountability, with direct influence over how products are delivered, supported, and positioned for future growth.

Working across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and other functions, you will lead complex teams, resolve program challenges, and navigate evolving customer requirements across multiple product lines. You will serve as a key interface with customers and OEM partners, building relationships, negotiating commitments, and guiding decisions that affect both immediate program performance and longer-term business priorities. Beyond execution, you will help shape product and program strategies, direct investments, and influence the future direction of your assigned value streams.

This is an onsite role in Windsor Locks, CT.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the re-application of existing products and programs while supporting the introduction of new programs and capabilities across multiple product lines and services
• Manage product and program changes, including the implementation of new or enhanced functionality across assigned offerings
• Serve as a key point of contact for multiple customers and prospective customers, building strong relationships and helping ensure commitments are understood and delivered
• Influence and negotiate with internal teams and customers to align priorities, resolve challenges, and meet or exceed program commitments
• Lead complex, matrixed Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) and guide decision-making across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and other supporting functions
• Own the overall performance of assigned value streams, including cost, schedule, technical performance, delivery, and customer expectations
• Evaluate complex program issues, apply sound judgment when information is incomplete, and drive decisions needed to keep programs moving forward
• Build effective internal and external networks and communicate program priorities, direction, and expectations across IPTs and key stakeholders
• Plan, direct, and monitor program-related budgets and resources associated with strategically important value streams
• Support long-term research and development investments, including initiatives that may span one to five years
• Provide input into strategic planning for assigned products, programs, and value streams based on customer needs, program performance, and future business priorities
• Apply advanced knowledge of program management systems and processes to guide execution, identify risks, and improve overall program performance

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
• Demonstrated experience leading complex programs, products, or value streams in an aerospace, defense, or similarly regulated environment
• Working knowledge of program management systems and disciplines, including resource planning, integrated scheduling, cost controls, and earned value management

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing processes, technical requirements, and product development environments
• Knowledge of aerospace contracts and the commercial considerations that influence program execution
• Experience supporting proposal development, pursuit activities, and customer negotiations
• Understanding of aerospace policies, procedures, and business systems related to quality, manufacturing, and program management
• Experience building relationships with internal and external customers and working across cross-functional teams to deliver program commitments

What We Offer:

• 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 cover