Program Management Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:
2026-05-13
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-137 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 137
Position Role Type:
Onsite
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: Top Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1
Join Collins Aerospace as a Senior Manager, Program Management within the Mission Systems Multi Domain Products organization, where you will lead development efforts focused on Small Form Factor and space based architectures and systems. While this position carries a senior manager title, it is an individual contributor role with no direct reports. In this role, you will help drive the advancement of next generation aerospace and defense technologies by leading programs across the full product lifecycle, from early pursuit and capture activities through development, transition to production, and ongoing product support. You will play a key role in aligning technical execution with business objectives while supporting both internally funded initiatives and external customer programs.
This position requires close collaboration across engineering, operations, finance, and leadership teams throughout Collins Aerospace and RTX, as well as direct engagement with government customers and industry partners. The Senior Manager, Program Management will oversee complex technical development efforts, manage schedules, risks, and program performance, and apply strong Earned Value Management principles to ensure successful execution. This is an opportunity for an experienced program leader who enjoys navigating complex challenges, influencing cross functional teams, and contributing to technologies that support critical aerospace and defense missions.
What You Will Do:

• Lead development programs supporting Small Form Factor and space based architectures and systems within the Multi Domain Products organization
• Manage all phases of the program lifecycle, including pursuit and capture activities, development execution, transition to production, and sustainment of existing product lines
• Execute both internally funded research and development (IR&D) efforts and externally funded customer programs in alignment with business and technical objectives
• Partner with cross functional teams across engineering, operations, supply chain, finance, and leadership to drive program execution and achieve milestone commitments
• Coordinate closely with internal RTX organizations, Government customers, and external contractors to support program objectives and customer requirements
• Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, and execution strategies to ensure successful delivery of technical, cost, and schedule commitments
• Support new product introduction activities and production transition planning to enable successful operational execution
• Identify, assess, and manage program risks and opportunities while driving mitigation and resolution strategies
• Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and program management best practices to monitor program performance and support business reporting requirements
• Provide program leadership and strategic direction across complex technical development efforts while influencing stakeholders in a matrixed environment
• Support customer engagements, technical reviews, and program status discussions with internal and external stakeholders
• Travel as needed to support program execution, customer meetings, and cross site collaboration activities

What You Will Learn:

• How to manage complex cross-functional programs from concept through delivery
• Techniques for structuring program roadmaps, schedules, and risk mitigation plans
• Best practices for coordinating teams across engineering, operations, finance, and leadership

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 security clearance is required
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• Experience applying Earned Value Management (EVM) principles to monitor program cost, schedule, and performance execution across complex development programs

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Active Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance is preferred
• Ability to quickly adapt in face of volatile requirements and market conditions
• Experience managing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and proactive Risk and Opportunity management
• Strong project management background leading complex technical development projects

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!

Relocation Eligibility

• Eligible for relocation

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.
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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