Sr. Manager, Business & Program Management (Hybrid)

Collins Aerospace; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly hire

Generous 401(k) plan with employer/ret

Tuition reimbursement program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Pet insurance (optional)

Parental leave benefits

Wellness and employee assistance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids / Charlotte is seeking a seasoned Program Manager to lead Merger & Acquisition projects within our Digital Technology Portfolio. The role partners with Collins DT Leaders, functional partners, and RTX Enterprise Services to ensure successful Day 1 and post‑close integration.

The position is hybrid, with preferred locations Cedar Rapids, IA; Charlotte, NC; Windsor Locks, CT; or Richardson, TX.

Qualifications

• 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
• 3+ years’ experience with project management oversight of infrastructure and software development initiatives
• 3+ years’ experience building and managing schedules in MS Project
• Have experience partnering with a variety of customers, stakeholders, and teams to develop and deliver complex systems and services
• Have experience implementing management systems with applicability to a portfolio of projects including program financials, risk and opportunity management, schedule and scope management, and other project management fundamentals
• Must be willing and able to travel 25% of the time

Responsibilities

• You will ensure effective execution of committed projects in the portfolio. Drive processes and meeting cadences for scope management, risk and opportunity management, financial reporting, technical reviews, issue escalation, and stakeholder communications across the portfolio.
• Drive end‑to‑end project planning, including scope definition, timelines, milestones, dependencies, and integration checkpoints for all workstreams.
• Lead readiness assessments for Day 1 and post‑close integration, confirming critical capabilities, access, systems, and support structures are in place.
• Manage budget forecasting and tracking for integration activities, ensuring financial transparency and alignment with leadership expectations.
• You will partner with Digital leaders for resource assignments and development of integrated schedules and milestone commitments.
• You will lead teams to development and implement effective risk mitigations and issue resolution.
• You will lead teams to develop effective stakeholder communications.
• Collaborate effectively to build teams.
• Build trust and demonstrate accountability to customers, stakeholders, and staff.
• Communicate effectively and efficiently with a wide variety of stakeholders.

Job description

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-193 ~ 1120 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG193

Date Posted:

2026-10-20

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-193 ~ 1120 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG193

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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

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.

The Digital Technology Program Management Office is currently searching for a seasoned Program Manager to manage Merger & Acquisition projects. This individual will partner with Collins DT Leaders, Collins functional partners and RTX Enterprise Services.

• This is a hybrid position, with the ideal candidate based in one of the following locations: Cedar Rapids, IA; Charlotte, NC; Windsor Locks, CT; or Richardson, TX. **

What You Will Do:

• You will ensure effective execution of committed projects in the portfolio. Drive processes and meeting cadences for scope management, risk and opportunity management, financial reporting, technical reviews, issue escalation, and stakeholder communications across the portfolio.


• Drive end‑to‑end project planning, including scope definition, timelines, milestones, dependencies, and integration checkpoints for all workstreams.


• Lead readiness assessments for Day 1 and post‑close integration, confirming critical capabilities, access, systems, and support structures are in place.


• Manage budget forecasting and tracking for integration activities, ensuring financial transparency and alignment with leadership expectations.


• You will partner with Digital leaders for resource assignments and development of integrated schedules and milestone commitments.


• You will lead teams to development and implement effective risk mitigations and issue resolution.


• You will lead teams to develop effective stakeholder communications.


• Collaborate effectively to build teams.


• Build trust and demonstrate accountability to customers, stakeholders, and staff.


• Communicate effectively and efficiently with a wide variety of stakeholders.

What YOU will Learn:

• You will foster relationships with Digital, Collins and RTX peers all over the world that work and WANT to work at RTX.


• You will strengthen project management skills through leading multi‑million dollar projects.


• You will advance executive communications and your network by leading conversations and program reviews across all levels of the organization.

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


• 3+ years’ experience with project management oversight of infrastructure and software development initiatives.


• 3+ years’ experience building and managing schedules in MS Project.


• Have experience partnering with a variety of customers, stakeholders, and teams to develop and deliver complex systems and services.


• Have experience implementing management systems with applicability to a portfolio of projects including program financials, risk and opportunity management, schedule and scope management, and other project management fundamentals.


• Must be willing and able to travel 25% of the time.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Demonstrated program management experience.


• Experience with program management systems including resource management, program scheduling and cost controls (i.e. Planview)


• Experience working in a government and/or manufacturing environment.


• Knowledge of aerospace policies, procedures and system requirements including quality, manufacturing, and program management


• Experience interfacing with internal customers. Experience with using change management frameworks and methodologies.


• Understanding of key digital transformation topics and technologies.

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 coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and 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.


• And more!

Do you want to be part of a new, exciting initiative to combine foundational IT with new digital technologies? Our Digital Technology team is driving business efficiencies and a better customer experience by connecting technologies, people, information and processes. From making aircraft more electric, intelligent and integrated to building new software platforms such as Internet of Things, big data, artificial intelligence, and blockchain, there’s no better place to be right now than in digital. If you’re an agile thinker who enjoys utilizing modern technology to make big improvements, then you’re a perfect fit for this team. Join Collins Aerospace to help us revolutionize the aerospace industry today!

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

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

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

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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