SECURITY CLEARANCE:

DoD Clearance: Secret
Do you thrive on driving projects from kickoff to close while maintaining control over budgets, timelines, and customer property? At Collins Aerospace, we’re looking for a skilled Project Manager to lead complex, cross-functional projects that directly support our customers. As a key contributor within the Military Communications (MILCOM) team, you will directly support US Department of Defense and global government defense customers. You will be a key project manager leading myriad activities that directly support our flying customers and their avionics hardware to support flight simulation, datalink communications and communications testing, and avionics integration. This is your chance to make a measurable impact while mastering a wide scope of responsibilities—from project planning and procurement to regulatory audits and asset tracking. You’ll join a collaborative, mission-driven team where your leadership ensures every detail lands with precision.

QUALIFICATIONS YOU MUST HAVE:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 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
• Experience managing cross-functional projects, including budget, schedule, and team leadership responsibilities.
• Experience with regulatory compliance, documentation, and audit support.

QUALIFICATIONS WE PREFER:

• Experience in defense, aerospace, or government contracting environments.
• Familiarity with SAP and/or Sunflower asset tracking systems.
• Strong skills in stakeholder communication, risk management, and customer property handling.
• PMP or similar project management certification.

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

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Define project scopes, set milestones, and develop detailed schedules to ensure delivery is on-time and aligned with business goals.
• Take ownership of the budget—approving expenditures, forecasting costs, and preventing overruns—while managing vendor contracts and procurement activities.
• Maintain clear, proactive communication with stakeholders, presenting project updates and managing expectations throughout the lifecycle.
• Lead cross-functional teams, manage resource allocation, and cultivate strong collaboration to drive project execution.
• Identify and mitigate risks early, resolve issues efficiently, and remove obstacles that hinder project success.
• Ensure project closure is thorough—verifying deliverables, completing evaluations, and releasing resources.
• Oversee inventory management and documentation for all customer property using internal systems like Sunflower and SAP.
• Coordinate proper handling, shipping, and audit compliance for customer and government-owned property.
• Manage purchase requisitions, submit requests for new equipment or subcontractor labor, and maintain accurate purchase order records.