Operations Assistant Remote Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:

2026-08-25

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Remote

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

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

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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.

Collins Aerospace is actively seeking a Program Finance & Control (PF&C) Manager EV Schedule Analyst. This position is an individual contributor who participates in the control of costs and schedules on projects requiring validated cost-schedule control systems, meeting objectives and working with team members on schedule analysis, research, and forecasts. Responsible for preparation of forecasts and performance of schedule modeling to develop recommendations for management. This position interacts with all elements of Collins Aerospace Mission Systems, including Program Management, Engineering, Finance, Contracts and Operations and is therefore an excellent position for those who want to be an integral part of a team that is directly responsible for program execution. Opportunities to interact with Collins Aerospace upper management, as well as our external customers are an additional benefit.

What You Will Do

• Create and maintain the program Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).

• Work closely with multiple schedulers to roll updates into a Master schedule.

• Tracks plans and schedules, solicits regular updates, identifies and resolves critical path and network logic conflicts

• Ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment with strong multi-tasking and communication skills.

• Interact with Control Account Managers (CAMs)/Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads to develop intermediate schedules and incorporate them into the IMS.

• Advanced analytics and ownership to assist CAMs/IPTs with awareness of schedule impacts before closing month end
• Participate in the development of proposals including the creation of interim schedules and providing advice for the creation of Basis of Estimate documents. 

• Incorporate regular status and forecast updates in the IMS based on inputs from CAMs. 

• Conduct thorough critical path and driving path analysis of the IMS. 

• Scheduler should have knowledge of schedule risk assessment process (SRA) and be able to complete an SRA.  

• Work in parallel with the cost analyst of the program to ensure the cost and schedule are reconciled. Take steps to correct any mismatched items and address root cause. 

• Provide required and requested schedule-related reports to Program Management including highlights of schedule-related issues affecting program execution and recommendations for mitigation. 

• Support monthly Program Reviews, quarterly EACs, and monthly IPMDAR reporting 

• Support ongoing compliance reviews and/or periodic process audits (e.g., DCAA, DCMA and Joint Surveillance Process) 

• Ensure the proper implementation of EVMS through the use of standardized processes, tools, reports out on-going compliance reviews and/or periodic process audits (e.g. DCAA, DCMA and Joint Surveillance Process) 
• Ability to travel up to 10% 

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
• U.S. Citizen - 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
• Program controls and EVMS background
• Microsoft Project or Primavera

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with SSI Tools for Microsoft Project & understanding of cross project linking
• Experience with Earned Value Concepts preferred
• Understanding of Continuous Improvement concepts
• Experience presenting to large groups and leadership

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! 

Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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