Date Posted:2024-12-03Country:United States of AmericaLocation:HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USAPosition Role Type:OnsiteCollins 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. This p osition will have responsibility for all business oversight for the U/VHF Airborne Tactical Communications products, domestically and internationally . This role will be responsible for executi ng the annual operating plan of more than $300M in sales per year . The director sets strategy, vision and direction for successful program execution focused on overall product road-mapping, product affordability, product integrity, and on-time deliveries to enable near, mid, and long-term business growth. This role will interface with key executive leadership across Mission Systems and Collins Aerospace. What You Will Do:
Accountab le for profit and loss, AOP and financial metrics across the Airborne Communications portfolio
Accountable for the total life cycle value stream, acting as the leader and connector across multiple SBU's and functional/IPT partnerships (contracts & legal, engineering, manufacturing, quality, finance, aftermarket and business development)
Act as a primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customers to discuss strategy, cost, schedule and technical performance
Responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of programs/projects or subsystems of major programs/projects
Understands and represents customer needs to leadership
Lead and/or participate in the preparation of new business activities, including proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract
Lead and/or participate in the negotiation of contracts and contract changes
Qualifications You Must Have:
Typically requires University Degree and minimum 14 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 12 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 18 years of relevant experience
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
U.S. citizenship is required , as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Experience in Program Management required
Experience with EVMS (Earned Value Management System), IMP (Integrated Master Plan), Risk, and Costing for large scale programs or projects
E xperience working with Navy or other customers on government programs
Experience developing program-staffing requirements
Experience in people leadership/management experience including g uiding teams, setting goals, providing coaching and development opportunities. ensuring team alignment with organizational objectives , influencing and inspiring others
Experience with multiple contract types
Qualifications We Prefer:
Active Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance on Day 1 preferred
Proven success creating and maintaining strong executive level relationships with suppliers, customers, government representatives, US acquisition commands and internal peers
Demonstrated proficiency managing cost, schedule and technical performance for large scale programs with proficient use of program management tools such as Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Integrated Master Plan (IMP) / Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), Risk and Opportunity Management, Scope Board, or similar business processes
Experience working with the Navy or other customers on government programs (large/complex) with direct customer interfaces, both internal and external
Experience developing and implementing execution, coordination, and growth strategies for franchise programs
Demonstrated ability to work across business areas, manage diverse tasks, requirements and commitments and interface successfully with numerous disciplines
Ability to thrive in an innovative environment to maximize profitability by identifying opportunities across programs that share common hardware
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 illness insurance, 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!
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Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success . We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility .
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 .
The salary range for this role is 171,000 USD - 343,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this link (http://www.rtx.com/privacy/Job-Applicant-Privacy-Notice) to read the Policy and Terms Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.