Senior Program Manager

Collins Aerospace; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Applied Signal Technology (AST) seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead advanced SIGINT and cyber solutions programs in a dynamic, mission‑driven environment. You will manage cost, schedule, and technical performance, coordinating with government customers and RTX/Collins Aerospace partners.

The ideal candidate holds a STEM degree and 10+ years in defense program management, including RF systems, with strong leadership and customer interaction skills, and requires a TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics.
• Extensive experience leading complex programs for customers or government clients.
• Experience with RF systems, antennas, amplifiers, modems and hardware/software integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross‑functional teams to deliver on contract objectives within budget and schedule.
• Represent the company to customers, manage stakeholder expectations, and drive technical solutions.
• Identify and mitigate program risks, communicate status, and coordinate with finance, security, and scheduling.

Skills

Security clearance TS/SCI

Program management

RF systems experience

Team leadership

Customer interaction

Communication skills

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Atlassian tools (Jira/Confluence)

Job description

Location: US-UT-WEST VALLEY CITY-1127-CUST ~ 1127 W 2320 South ~ 2320 S (External Site)

Date Posted: 2026-09-08

Country: United States of America

Location: US-UT-WEST VALLEY CITY-1127-CUST ~ 1127 W 2320 South ~ 2320 S (External Site)

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: TS/SCI with Poly - Current

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Raytheon Company Managed by Collins Aerospace 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.

Applied Signal Technology (AST) is seeking a Senior Program Manager to join our Advanced Technology Division (ATD). Applied Signal Technology, provides trusted Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) and Cyber solutions for the U.S. and its partners. AST’s work in real-time signal processing, high-capacity broadband communications, modern signals and telecom protocols, wireless communications, passive and active techniques, precision geolocation of RF emitters, real-time data analysis and sense‑making, multi‑INT ISR, and data network operations provides a technically challenging, yet rewarding environment.

AST’s Quick Reaction Capabilities (QRC) and direct on‑mission customer engagement provides the opportunity to see how one’s efforts directly impact customer missions. AST’s work environment is passionate, highly collaborative, and provides employees the freedom to strengthen and expand one’s skills, explore new and creative ideas, and work closely with customers

This is an ONSITE role at our Salt Lake City, UT location.

What You Will Do

• You will work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment, be a self‑starter, and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• You will be comfortable in representing the company in various situations, sometimes as the sole representative.
• You will identify unmet mission needs of our customer to maximize contract growth and adjacent technology opportunities.
• You will ensure satisfaction of customer technical objectives within cost and schedule constraints
• Travel: Domestic travel requires up to 25% to customer and partner locations, as well as other RTX locations

The ideal candidate will be an experienced DOD/IC Program Manager who can deliver on a dynamic, mission‑driven program, within budget and schedule, and meeting the needs of the customer CONOP. A strong work ethic, flexibility, and adaptability are essential to respond to customer and mission‑critical needs.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience as a Program Manager
• Typically requires 10 years of experience in the defense or intelligence industry as an engineer / project engineer / program manager, and experience in direct customer interaction
• Program Management experience overseeing complex technical programs to meet the deliverables of the contract
• Experience with Radio Frequency (RF) systems including antennas, amplifiers, and/or modems, and Hardware/Software integration
• Experience leading teams of engineers, presenting formal presentations in front of large groups, conducting detailed reviews, handling multiple projects and tasks, innovating and providing strategic direction, and making critical decisions while under pressure.
• Ability to work closely with customers, senior management, and cross‑disciplined technical staff to thoroughly understand customer objectives and then to direct and deliver solutions
• Experience writing monthly program and status reports
• Ability to identify, quantify, and communicate risks internally within the company, and externally to the customer, and develop/execute mitigation strategies
• Experience working with functional organizations (Finance, Security, Supply Chain and Scheduling)
• Active and transferable TS/SCI U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain a polygraph prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Active and existing Top‑Secret SCI (TS/SCI) with polygraph or active compartmented clearance (within 24 months)
• Master’s degree in Business or STEM related field
• Ability to understand customer objectives and concepts, extending those concepts into a workable software/firmware/hardware architecture/design as customer objectives become clearer and as new objectives emerge
• Effective use of program management tools such as Microsoft Suite or Atlassian products to proactively manage and status the program.
• Knowledge of program management processes for execution.
• Experience with Capture Management, such as leading proposal efforts
• Experience managing classified TS/SCI programs
• PM or IPTL for an activity with at least 20+ personnel
• 10 years’ experience as lead for SIGINT, COMINT, or MASINT applications / products / programs, with experience in direct customer technical interaction, preferably with government customers
• Experience in leading captures and proposals, including capture management and proposal management – practical experience and/or formal training
• Understanding of telecommunications and data communications system concepts and/or digital signal processing (DSP)
• Program Manager certified, including Earned Value Management (EVM) certifications or training
• Formal training in proposal and capture management for federal business (Shipley or other industry recognized institution)

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 employerretirement 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 lifeand 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
• Eligible for relocation
• And More!

Onsite

Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. Thisincludes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to thedevelopment of our products.

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.