Senior Program Manager, Cyber - Connected Battlespace Emerging Capabilities (CBEC) (Onsite)

VulnU; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Retirement match

Learning budget

30 days PTO

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead the Cyber – Connected Battlespace Emerging Capabilities (CBEC) programs in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will manage customer-funded initiatives and internal technology development, ensuring technical performance, schedule adherence, and contractual commitments while coordinating with DoD customers and prime contractors.

You will guide cross-functional teams, manage program risks, and work with Business Development to identify new

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 10+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• Experience with EVMS, risk and opportunity management, and cost/schedule tracking.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required prior to start; U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of multiple customer-funded programs within CBEC.
• Provide program leadership for technical performance, schedule, and contractual commitments.
• Drive pursuit and capture activities to grow the program portfolio.
• Interface with DoW S&T customers (DARPA, AFRL, NRL, NSA) and prime contractors.

Skills

EVMS program management

R&O management

Cross-functional leadership

PMP

Top Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Job description

# Senior Program Manager, Cyber - Connected Battlespace Emerging Capabilities (CBEC) (Onsite)RTX · rtx.comCategory: Security EngineeringLocation: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-166 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 166Level: ManagerClearance: TS/SCI## Quality of lifeWhat the posting states. Hover or tap a perk to see the line it came from.* Paid parental leave* Retirement match* Learning budget* 30 days PTODate Posted:2026-10-29Country:United States of AmericaLocation:US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-166 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 166Position Role Type:OnsiteU.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 clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:DoD Clearance: Top SecretSecurity Clearance Status:Active and existing security clearance required on day 1Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead advanced technology development programs within our Cyber – Connected Battlespace Emerging Capabilities (CBEC) organization, supporting research and development efforts for the U.S. defense community. In this role, you will oversee a portfolio of customer-funded programs and internal technology initiatives focused on emerging defense capabilities, with accountability for technical performance, financial results, schedules, and contractual commitments. Working with customers such as DARPA, AFRL, NRL, and NSA, you will help move promising technologies forward while identifying opportunities to expand the business through new research and development programs.Beyond program execution, you will help shape future business opportunities by leading pursuit and capture activities in partnership with Business Development and Engineering. You will guide geographically dispersed, cross-functional teams through complex technical challenges, manage program risks and investments, and align execution with evolving customer priorities. This position combines hands-on program leadership with direct customer engagement and business development, giving you meaningful influence over both the delivery of emerging technologies and the direction of future defense research initiatives.This is an onsite role in Cedar Rapids, IA.What You Will DoLead the execution of multiple customer-funded programs and internally funded technology development initiatives within the Cyber – Connected Battlespace Emerging Capabilities (CBEC) organizationProvide program leadership and accountability for technical performance, financial results, schedules, and contractual commitments, ensuring successful delivery against customer requirementsLead geographically dispersed, cross-functional teams, coordinating resources, resolving challenges, and aligning execution with program prioritiesDrive business growth through pursuit, order, and capture activities, partnering with Business Development and Engineering to identify and secure new program opportunitiesServe as a primary interface with Department of War (DoW) Science and Technology (S&T) customers, including organizations such as DARPA, AFRL, NRL, NSA, and prime contractors, to manage expectations, address program challenges, and maintain alignment with customer prioritiesOversee program financial management and performance reporting, including Estimates at Completion (EACs), Program Management Reviews (PMRs), and cost and schedule trackingIdentify, assess, and manage program risks and opportunities, including customer-funded research and development (R&D) and discretionary investment opportunities aligned with business strategiesTravel up to 25% to support program execution, customer engagement, and business development activitiesQualifications You Must HaveTypically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience or a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience with an advanced degree.Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) program management and risk and opportunity (R&O) management.Experience leading cross-functional teams to execute complex programs with financial, technical, and schedule requirements.Active and transferable U.S. government-issued Top Secret security clearance is required prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.Qualifications We PreferPossession of or ability to obtain a TS/SCI-level security clearanceExperience with products and systems in areas such as Cyber, Communications, Datalinks, AI/ML, Autonomy, and RF SystemsExperience identifying and capturing customer-funded R&D or discretionary offset opportunities that align with business strategiesExperience leveraging efforts and technologies from other Collins Aerospace or RTX organizations (e.g., BBN, RTRC, Raytheon AT)Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or experience in project and/or program managementWhat We Offer:Some of our competitive benefits package includes: Medical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursement programStudent Loan Repayment ProgramLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsOvia Health, fertility, and family planningAdoption Assistance Autism BenefitEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessionsHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards programDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsBright Horizons, child and elder care servicesTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion programAnd more! Relocation EligibilityEligible for relocationLearn More & Apply Now!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. \\*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. 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. 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. Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day. 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.