Innovation Program Manager Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:

2026-04-22

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-106 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 106

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

The Display Products is searching for Sr. Pr. Project Engineer (Program Chief) to join our team.  We like to learn, have fun, and make a difference!  It comes easily when you work on cool products with hard-working individuals who share the same passion.  Our Displays engineering team leads the industry with cost competitive, innovative technology that sets ourselves apart from our competition and helps our customers make the most of their investment in our products. 

We are looking for a strong, passionate leader with an action oriented, collaborative mindset, who operates with a vision, delivers benefits to meet/exceed expectations, builds, and enhances his/her teams, evaluates performance of self and others by results, plans for his/her team’s needs, anticipates project/organizational change, all while operating with Full Integrity. 

The Display Products is responsible for designing displays for both commercial and military avionics.  The successful candidate will lead and manage Display projects to meet cost, schedule, and technical performance commitments, working closely with the Display Design and Technology groups consisting of both Hardware, Systems and Software Engineers.  He/she is the single point of contact for engineering responsible for the technical leadership and project management of design & development activities, within the guidelines set by the VSL/Program Manager and Customer.  Experience related to the design and development of avionics displays is desired; engineering design experience and Earned Value management experience is strongly desired.  This person will also lead customer business related activities including bids, proposals, and customer technical presentations.

What You Will Do:

• Lead and manage display product development programs, ensuring alignment with cost, schedule, and technical performance goals.

• Provide technical and project management leadership across hardware, systems, and software engineering teams.

• Act as the single point of contact for engineering, ensuring technical execution aligns with program and customer expectations.

• Drive program planning and execution, including pursuit, bidding, risk management, and customer technical presentations.

• Ensure compliance with Rockwell Collins Consistent Engineering Processes and avionics regulatory/certification requirements (e.g., TSO, DO-160, DO-254, DO-178B/C).

• Stay current on AMLCD and emerging display technologies, ensuring Collins Aerospace remains at the forefront of innovation.

• Balance system performance and affordability, delivering high-value solutions to customers.

• Communicate effectively across all levels, from individual contributors to executive leadership.

What You Will Learn:

• Advanced Avionics Displays – Deepen your expertise in AMLCD technologies and emerging display solutions for commercial and military applications.

• Cross-Disciplinary Leadership – Collaborate across hardware, software, and systems engineering to drive seamless product development.

• Regulatory & Certification Expertise – Enhance your knowledge of TSO, DO-160, DO-254, and DO-178B/C certification requirements.

• Strategic Program Execution – Gain experience in earned value management, risk mitigation, and executive-level customer engagement.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field

• Proven leadership experience in certified flight deck display development.

• Strong background in technical project management, including schedule management, Earned Value Management (EVM), and risk management.

• Expertise in avionics regulatory and certification requirements (TSO, DO-160, DO-254, DO-178B/C).

• Demonstrated ability to meet program objectives and commitments.

• Collaborative and adaptable mindset with a passion for mentoring and team growth.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage across all levels of the organization.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 

• 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! 

May be eligible for relocation.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application 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.

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