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Date Posted:

2026-01-05

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE

, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​

Security Clearance:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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.

We are seeking a proven leader for a high-impact role within Tactical Airborne Communications (TACAIR). As the Level 5 Program Manager (Value Stream Management), you will lead the lifecycle management of international strategic partnerships and V/UHF radio Manufacture License Agreement (MLA) programs.

You will hold full accountability for P&L, long-range planning, and the product lifecycle—ensuring cost, schedule, and on-time delivery. This role requires a decisive leader comfortable managing complexity across cross-functional teams. As a primary customer-facing representative, you will build the trust and alignment necessary to strengthen our global presence. Success in this role depends on proactive collaboration with Customer Excellence, Strategy, and Business Development teams to expand the TACAIR international portfolio. We are looking for a 'People Focused' leader who embodies our 'One Team' mentality.

What You Will Do

As a Program Manager for International Manufacturing, you will hold ultimate accountability for assigned programs, serving as the critical link between functional execution and strategic enterprise goals. Your role requires a blend of decisive leadership, rigorous governance, and strategic vision.

You will ensure high-rate production and margin expansion by:

+ Holding ultimate accountability for program performance and delivery. You will utilize Earned Value Management (EVM) and risk frameworks to drive high performance, meet profitability goals, and ensure customer deliverables are achieved on time and within budget

+ Leading the Program Management Team (PMT) in crucial decision-making processes, applying critical thinking to synthesize data and guide execution even when information is incomplete or ambiguous

You will accelerate innovation and enable the faster fielding of differentiated solutions by:

+ Serving as the ultimate authority for the protection and strategic deployment of program Intellectual Property (IP). You are accountable for the integrity of Technical Data packages transferred under Manufacturing License Agreements (MLAs) and Technical Assistance Agreements (TAAs)

+ Ensuring the program’s IP and data rights strategy aligns with broader enterprise goals, protecting core technological advantages and long-term sustainment revenue while supporting open systems requirements

You will amplify opportunities for sustainable growth by aligning technology roadmaps and strategic investments across the portfolio:

+ Leading bid and proposal efforts, crafting and executing unified win strategies. You will manage high-impact risks that could materially affect business area profitability/growth or customer satisfaction

+ Demonstrating the ability to influence customer requirements, bridge capability gaps, and drive growth through competitive product replacement strategies in international markets

+ Developing, planning, and directing discretionary and customer-funded budgets, providing key inputs to strategic investment plans that fuel future growth

You will foster stronger development networks and empower teams to thrive:

+ Effectively communicating the program's vision to the PMT, ensuring a clear connection between team objectives and broader enterprise strategies

+ Interfacing with multiple business units, internal/external customers, and supporting the pursuit and capture of new business opportunities

+ Maintaining the ability to travel approximately 20% to support international partners, customers, and program milestones

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

+ The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret Security Clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

+ Must have experience in the application of the RTX Lifecycle Program Management (RLPM) / Collins Management System (CMS) or other Stage-Gate framework models

Qualifications We Prefer

+ Experience in the high-level management of Manufacturing License Agreements (MLAs) and the ability to interpret complex regulatory provisos for international production

+ Ability to thrive in a fast paced environment

+ Strong people leadership and drive for excellence

**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!

**Learn 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. ​

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_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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