Date Posted:

2025-09-22

Country:

United States of America

Location:

FL410: Largo FL MFG 7887 Bryan Dairy Road , Largo, FL, 33777 USA

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Raytheon Company, managed by Collins Aerospace is a leader in protected communication solutions for the aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving market.  This position will be hired as a Raytheon employee working as part of the Raytheon organization supporting Collins Mission Systems. 

The Modernization portfolio in the Protected Communications Systems (PCS) business area has an immediate need for a highly-experienced Program Manager to lead a high complexity program effort driving synergy between the Raytheon Integrated Product Team (IPT) and the government customer. The PM will lead the production re-start effort of the program with internal operations teams and critical supply base partners: a highly visible and trusted satellite communications system used by the United States Navy and its International Partners (IPs).  The PM will also be responsible for future capture activities for this effort.  The PM will be accountable for all aspects through program execution (cost, schedule, technical performance and customer satisfaction).  This role requires a leader with a strong command of program leadership best practices to enhance program execution.

The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge and expertise in Program Management, with a proven track record of successfully leading large teams, production efforts, and interfacing with multiple customers in the defense industry.

This is an Onsite position located at either our Marlborough MA or Largo FL sites. Relocation is not provided.

What you will do:

Provide leadership, direction, and implementation management for local and remote teams supporting productionSupport all phases of the program and potential program follow-on life cycle from proposal through implementation to contract closureTravel, up to 20%, to participate in domestic business engagements with customers, partners, and teammatesSet production program priorities, resolve conflicts and barriers, implement gates and support major reviews with the customerManage cost, schedule, scope, operational security and customer interface activitiesPrimary point of contact with the customer/External customer satisfaction for all production activities.Meet contractual requirements and manage customer expectationsConduct periodic meetings with the customer for production program reviewsAchieve Annual Operating Plan financial commitments including orders, sales, margin, cash flow and accurate forecasting of monthly performancePlan production work effectively to meet program requirementsHold Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and Control Account Manager (CAMs) accountable for execution of tasks, including identification of recovery plans as neededConduct internal reviews, e.g. Gate Reviews / plans in accordance with internal policies and proceduresLead pursuit and proposal activities as needed for future production opportunities; develop change proposals and lead negotiation teams

Qualifications You Must Have:

Typically requires: Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of prior relevant experience OR  Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experienceMinimum 8+ years of program or project management experience or a relevant discipline (such as Operations Program Management, Project Management, Supply Chain Ownership, Material Program Management, Cost Account Manager or Integrated Product Team Lead) in the aerospace and defense industry8+ years of experience in leading organizations closely aligned with a program management office (Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations)Experience leading production programs.Self-directed leader capable of executing Change Management and handling ambiguityEngineering and manufacturing development (EMD) phase experience with DoD programsCustomer-facing program leadership experience, with excellent oral, written, and presentation skills.Ability to travel for customers, company, and program-related activities (up to 20%).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 clearanceAbility to obtain a Top Secret security clearance in the near future.Demonstrated experience in Earned Value Management and/or P&L management.Strong communication skills and experience presenting to customersStrong working knowledge of and demonstrated experience with business and project management tools and processes such as EVMS, IMS/IMP, Risk Management, Financial Forecasting, EAC

Qualifications We Prefer:

Proven experience leading all phases of programs, ensuring adherence to program plans, schedules, and budgets.Demonstrated results creating and maintaining strong executive level relationships with suppliers, customers, government representatives and internal peersProgram Management Certification level 4 or higher and EVMS level 2

What We Offer :

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

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 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.

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.

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 program And more! 

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.

The salary range for this role is 124,000 USD - 250,000 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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