Program Manager

at  Collins Aerospace

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Computer literate (Microsoft Office Suite and JDE/SAP)
• Educated to Degree level in a Technical Discipline
• Formal PM training or accreditation such as PMP or APM is highly desirable
• Commercial knowledge/awareness and a strong focus on the delivery of objectives
• Good program planning skills (Microsoft Project or Primavera)
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management
• Proven strong program management skills and experience in leading programs
• Proven people leadership in a matrix organisation
• External and internal customer exposure experience
• Knowledge of NPI product lifecycle – JDP, PDR, CDR and FAI

ABOUT US

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies 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 problems and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?
RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

THE PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

Manages a cross-functional team of both experienced professionals and team leaders; manages medium-sized program or multiple smaller program; monitors strategic planning efforts; presents progress reports; recommends proactive solutions for program problems; manages the P&L; manages sub-tier suppliers; supports contract negotiation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads programs to ensure adherence to program plans, schedules and budgets in an Integrated Program Team working with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Commercial, Finance, Quality, Aftermarket and Business Development
• Manages the P&L of the programs to ensure profitability targets are met and manages multiple sub-tier suppliers
• Develops milestones, program plans, schedules and budgets to ensure that the organisation’s objectives are met
• Consolidates and presents plans and progress reports relating to business aspects of the programs
• Monitors strategic planning efforts for and proactively drives programs
• Demonstrates continuous improvement initiatives to optimise efficiency and quality
• Identifies and reacts to program problems and recommends solutions, such as allocation of resources, changing contractual specifications or coordinating responses to customer action items
• Supports the development of new business opportunities
• Acts as internal and external customer focal
• Supports the negotiation of contracts and contractual changes, including coordinating preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements, operation budgets, specification and financial conditions of contracts to ensure legal compliance and to protect interests
• Manages program scope increase or decrease via change management processes
• Is a change agent to drive continuous improvements in a highly challenging environment